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Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

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Live like you mean it

No 5ISSUE

ThriveThriveSUMMER 2011

Dear Delish readers

Finally the words I have been waiting to say Hot enough for ya

Aaaah summerhellip the season I wait all year long to complain about Maybe itrsquos the farmer blood that runs through my veins after all farmers are notori-ous for never being happy about the weather Itrsquos hot and sunny ldquoWell itrsquos nice but we sure could use some

moisturerdquo Raining ldquoYes itrsquos good but we really need some drier weatherrdquo Thatrsquos a familiar refrain to a farm girl

like mehellipand one that I find myself repeating as I get older

Irsquove started my first garden you see and I can usually be found watch-ing it from the kitchen window in the rain or out walking around it (and talking to it) when the clouds finally part Irsquove probably driven more than one person (my husband my mom my dad the staff at my neighborhood garden center our garden writer Stevie) a little nuts with my questions and worries But for all that itrsquos actually doing really well You might even say itrsquos thriving (Pretty fitting given this is our Thrive issue and all)

I kind of think summer is the season in which we the collective group who are Delish woman thrive Things need to be fed and watered (the kidshellip the garden) and therersquos still planting and weeding and in a while harvesting and preparing the fruits (and veggies) of our labor It might be the time like it is for me to finally get into some sewing that has been piling up and I always get motivated at this time of year to try new recipes But thenhellip every season is ldquoourrdquo season isnrsquot it

The seasons pass all too quickly and the trials and tasks of each one gently roll into the trials and tasks of the next one It brings to mind the cycles of life which have become so evident to Cynthia and me as we focus on each season of the year bringing Delish to our readers

The cycle of life has been on both of our minds lately mdash one of our contributors recently became a mother for the first time when she and her husband welcomed their daughter into the world Andhellip one of our contributors went through one of the most painful things possible in life when she lost her father to cancer Our hearts are full with emotion for both

This is a rather truncated issue of the magazine because of the busy-ness of this time of year We need to get out there and get to it and we know you do too So check out our pages when you can enjoy all of it and please come visit us at our new web site due to launch some time in the month of July Have a great summer

Live like you mean it

Tamara

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In our Spring issue we inadvertently listed the wrong price for the

Nightmare Nibbler While we listed it as $1995 the

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this may have caused

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ThriveIN EVERY ISSUE

delishdelishmagazine

Live like you mean it

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Delish LovesLovely things that make us squeal a little

Heavens to EtsyHaute Handmade

Word of MouseWhats on our current must-click lists

A Little Birdy Told UsThese are a few of our favorite(d) tweets

Woman of the Cloth mdash Jennifer PaganelliWritten by Cheryl ArkisonInside stories of the men and women behind the fabrics patterns and books that we love and use

Words of WisdomWritten by Cynthia MerrimanSage advice on how to get through this crazy thing called life

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Dinner with a Side of FriendshipWritten by Kate Lister

At some point dinner club became about so much more than food And thank goodness it did

MAKEBy-the-Book DIY

Written by Tamara KomunieckiCrack (a book) before craftinghellip

DIY PROJECT Cloth Napkins

Written by Maggie BreretonAdd a beautiful eco-friendly and handmade

touch to your next meal by sewing together a pretty stack of cloth napkins

DIY PROJECT

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentWritten by Katy Dill

Make that plain skirt or apron into something you canrsquot take your eyes from with this simple

tutorial of adding a fabric paper doll chain with just a few steps

GROWConverting the Yellowist

Written by Stevie RoseBeyond Daffodils and Black-eyed Susans

how to use yellow in the garden

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FEATURES

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TASTERIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN mdash

Hello Summer Written by Kelsey Banfield

Beat the heat this summer with a stick mdash a popsicle stick that ishellip

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SIPSummer Cocktails

and MocktailsWritten by Alia Ledoux

Cocktails that will keep you chilled all summer

NESTAl Fresco Living

Written by Caitlin GambeeHow to prepare any outdoor space

to enjoy all summer long

BEHIND THE BLOG Holly Becker of decor8

Written by Dawn MoriHolly Becker of decor8 launches her first book

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CARENURTURE

Take me out to the FarmWritten by Cheryl Arkison

Farms arenrsquot just for farm folk The best way to learn about your food is to get your feet dirty

on the farm Your kids will grow without being planted

Found for the Family Written by Tamara Komuniecki

and Cynthia MerrimanGood stuff for the biggest to the smallest (and even the furriest) in your household

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CHEERFULNESS IS THE ATMOSPHERE IN WHICH ALL THINGS THRIVE~ JEAN PAUL RICHTER

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LOOKSHINE

Beauty and the BeachWritten by Nicole Harvie

Products to get you beach-ready

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEFCO-FOUNDER Tamara Komuniecki

DESIGN DIRECTORCO-FOUNDER Cynthia Merriman

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lindsay Wilkes

PHOTOGRAPHYTracey Ayton

WEB DESIGNGreen Couch Designs

ADVERTISING77899MEDIA

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E-mail hellodelishmagcomWeb site delishmagcom

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Cheryl Arkison Maggie Brereton

Caitlin GambeeTamara Komuniecki

Kate Lister Dawn Mori

Kelsey BanfieldKaty Dill Nicole HarvieAlia Ledoux Cynthia Merriman Stevie Rose

DELISH IS

Cynthia MERRIMAN DESIGN DIRECTOR

A lover of all things pretty Cynthia Merriman is a graphic

designer and owner of My Girl Friday Design Company

She has been designing for web and print projects for

more than ten years taking inspiration from the oodles

of vintage and retro goodies she loves to surround herself

with When she can squeeze it in she enjoys baking read-

ing the occasional novel or sewing an item for a loved

one Mum to three little ones and wife to a wonderful

husband she includes two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and

a cat named Zero in the menagerie She is currently

shopping for lsquothersquo perfect superpower that will help her combine the pleasures of motherhood and the

pressures of owning a flourishing business For now however all she can hope for is that the kids play

nicely while Momma gets some work done

Tamara KOMUNIECKI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

A journalist since 1994 Tamara Komuniecki has taken

on every kind of story imagineable Her experiences as

a broadcast and printweb journalist include attaching

herself to Siberian Huskies while on cross-country skis

covering murders wars fires and floods commandeer-

ing a jet learning to surf and writing about anti-cellu-

lite running shoes Media aside she has also worked as

a figure model a clown at the zoo a 911 operator and

a production assistant for U2 She considers herself a

happy if imperfect homemaker and bakes cooks and

quilts with great passion Her interests include design and architecture sewing and her family Tamararsquos

personal motto is ldquoOnly boring people get boredrdquo and so she leads her three best guys (husband

Konrad son Finn and pooch Duane) on all the adventures they can handle

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Thank you

CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

selection

MEET OUR

OTHER FABULOUS

CONTRIBUTORS HERE

TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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WORD OF MOUSEWhatrsquos on our current must-click lists

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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TokketokI have been a long-time fan of the lovely letterpress studio Tokketok by Joke van de Gaer a lovely Belgium lady living in Portland Oregon The name Tokketok comes from her little boy Oliver mdash it was the first word he said (itrsquos the sound a chicken makes in dutch) Aside from their card line Tokketok specializes in custom announcements and in-vitations Be sure to check out her blog mdash its full of charming ideas youll be borrowing for your own special occasions and special people and tons and tons of wonderful photos

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Hey there Find us on Twitter

DelishMag

A LITTLE BIRDY TOLD USThese are a few of our favorite(d) Tweets

AndreAnnaRoseI donrsquot think yoursquore ready for this jelly

jd_hoover julie oh my who is

styling steven tyler theyrsquore shopping in the

scary things that sparkle in the wrong way department

americanidol

SWilderTaylorI regret to inform you all that Irsquove slowly but surely become an annoyingly happy person

SaraLynnArtSad story At only 22 Irsquom mourning the loss of my once-fabulous metabo-lism Goodbye all-night binges on brownies You will be missed Ts

PICKS

The_Brick_House Bertoia chairs are not ladders Just learned that lesson the hard wayhellip I think I bruised some ribs

shondarhimes Going to the doctor for a check up with my tv fake medical degree means a long day for the doctor

and a lot of made up diseases for me

ActuallyNPH Just bought a new

(and expensive) baby monitor system from

Summer Infant Staring at the many screens makes me

feel like a Bond villainhellip

belindagraham Dear Stork forget what I said before This baby now NEVER sleeps Please take her back and send me a sleeper Irsquom owed one surely

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

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By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

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5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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Tovolo Green Star Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 2: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

Dear Delish readers

Finally the words I have been waiting to say Hot enough for ya

Aaaah summerhellip the season I wait all year long to complain about Maybe itrsquos the farmer blood that runs through my veins after all farmers are notori-ous for never being happy about the weather Itrsquos hot and sunny ldquoWell itrsquos nice but we sure could use some

moisturerdquo Raining ldquoYes itrsquos good but we really need some drier weatherrdquo Thatrsquos a familiar refrain to a farm girl

like mehellipand one that I find myself repeating as I get older

Irsquove started my first garden you see and I can usually be found watch-ing it from the kitchen window in the rain or out walking around it (and talking to it) when the clouds finally part Irsquove probably driven more than one person (my husband my mom my dad the staff at my neighborhood garden center our garden writer Stevie) a little nuts with my questions and worries But for all that itrsquos actually doing really well You might even say itrsquos thriving (Pretty fitting given this is our Thrive issue and all)

I kind of think summer is the season in which we the collective group who are Delish woman thrive Things need to be fed and watered (the kidshellip the garden) and therersquos still planting and weeding and in a while harvesting and preparing the fruits (and veggies) of our labor It might be the time like it is for me to finally get into some sewing that has been piling up and I always get motivated at this time of year to try new recipes But thenhellip every season is ldquoourrdquo season isnrsquot it

The seasons pass all too quickly and the trials and tasks of each one gently roll into the trials and tasks of the next one It brings to mind the cycles of life which have become so evident to Cynthia and me as we focus on each season of the year bringing Delish to our readers

The cycle of life has been on both of our minds lately mdash one of our contributors recently became a mother for the first time when she and her husband welcomed their daughter into the world Andhellip one of our contributors went through one of the most painful things possible in life when she lost her father to cancer Our hearts are full with emotion for both

This is a rather truncated issue of the magazine because of the busy-ness of this time of year We need to get out there and get to it and we know you do too So check out our pages when you can enjoy all of it and please come visit us at our new web site due to launch some time in the month of July Have a great summer

Live like you mean it

Tamara

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ThriveIN EVERY ISSUE

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Live like you mean it

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Delish LovesLovely things that make us squeal a little

Heavens to EtsyHaute Handmade

Word of MouseWhats on our current must-click lists

A Little Birdy Told UsThese are a few of our favorite(d) tweets

Woman of the Cloth mdash Jennifer PaganelliWritten by Cheryl ArkisonInside stories of the men and women behind the fabrics patterns and books that we love and use

Words of WisdomWritten by Cynthia MerrimanSage advice on how to get through this crazy thing called life

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Dinner with a Side of FriendshipWritten by Kate Lister

At some point dinner club became about so much more than food And thank goodness it did

MAKEBy-the-Book DIY

Written by Tamara KomunieckiCrack (a book) before craftinghellip

DIY PROJECT Cloth Napkins

Written by Maggie BreretonAdd a beautiful eco-friendly and handmade

touch to your next meal by sewing together a pretty stack of cloth napkins

DIY PROJECT

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentWritten by Katy Dill

Make that plain skirt or apron into something you canrsquot take your eyes from with this simple

tutorial of adding a fabric paper doll chain with just a few steps

GROWConverting the Yellowist

Written by Stevie RoseBeyond Daffodils and Black-eyed Susans

how to use yellow in the garden

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FEATURES

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TASTERIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN mdash

Hello Summer Written by Kelsey Banfield

Beat the heat this summer with a stick mdash a popsicle stick that ishellip

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SIPSummer Cocktails

and MocktailsWritten by Alia Ledoux

Cocktails that will keep you chilled all summer

NESTAl Fresco Living

Written by Caitlin GambeeHow to prepare any outdoor space

to enjoy all summer long

BEHIND THE BLOG Holly Becker of decor8

Written by Dawn MoriHolly Becker of decor8 launches her first book

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CARENURTURE

Take me out to the FarmWritten by Cheryl Arkison

Farms arenrsquot just for farm folk The best way to learn about your food is to get your feet dirty

on the farm Your kids will grow without being planted

Found for the Family Written by Tamara Komuniecki

and Cynthia MerrimanGood stuff for the biggest to the smallest (and even the furriest) in your household

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CHEERFULNESS IS THE ATMOSPHERE IN WHICH ALL THINGS THRIVE~ JEAN PAUL RICHTER

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LOOKSHINE

Beauty and the BeachWritten by Nicole Harvie

Products to get you beach-ready

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEFCO-FOUNDER Tamara Komuniecki

DESIGN DIRECTORCO-FOUNDER Cynthia Merriman

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lindsay Wilkes

PHOTOGRAPHYTracey Ayton

WEB DESIGNGreen Couch Designs

ADVERTISING77899MEDIA

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E-mail hellodelishmagcomWeb site delishmagcom

Twitter DelishMag

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Cheryl Arkison Maggie Brereton

Caitlin GambeeTamara Komuniecki

Kate Lister Dawn Mori

Kelsey BanfieldKaty Dill Nicole HarvieAlia Ledoux Cynthia Merriman Stevie Rose

DELISH IS

Cynthia MERRIMAN DESIGN DIRECTOR

A lover of all things pretty Cynthia Merriman is a graphic

designer and owner of My Girl Friday Design Company

She has been designing for web and print projects for

more than ten years taking inspiration from the oodles

of vintage and retro goodies she loves to surround herself

with When she can squeeze it in she enjoys baking read-

ing the occasional novel or sewing an item for a loved

one Mum to three little ones and wife to a wonderful

husband she includes two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and

a cat named Zero in the menagerie She is currently

shopping for lsquothersquo perfect superpower that will help her combine the pleasures of motherhood and the

pressures of owning a flourishing business For now however all she can hope for is that the kids play

nicely while Momma gets some work done

Tamara KOMUNIECKI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

A journalist since 1994 Tamara Komuniecki has taken

on every kind of story imagineable Her experiences as

a broadcast and printweb journalist include attaching

herself to Siberian Huskies while on cross-country skis

covering murders wars fires and floods commandeer-

ing a jet learning to surf and writing about anti-cellu-

lite running shoes Media aside she has also worked as

a figure model a clown at the zoo a 911 operator and

a production assistant for U2 She considers herself a

happy if imperfect homemaker and bakes cooks and

quilts with great passion Her interests include design and architecture sewing and her family Tamararsquos

personal motto is ldquoOnly boring people get boredrdquo and so she leads her three best guys (husband

Konrad son Finn and pooch Duane) on all the adventures they can handle

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CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

selection

MEET OUR

OTHER FABULOUS

CONTRIBUTORS HERE

TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

2

4

1

TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

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By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

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w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

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whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

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10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

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+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

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ThriveIN EVERY ISSUE

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Live like you mean it

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Delish LovesLovely things that make us squeal a little

Heavens to EtsyHaute Handmade

Word of MouseWhats on our current must-click lists

A Little Birdy Told UsThese are a few of our favorite(d) tweets

Woman of the Cloth mdash Jennifer PaganelliWritten by Cheryl ArkisonInside stories of the men and women behind the fabrics patterns and books that we love and use

Words of WisdomWritten by Cynthia MerrimanSage advice on how to get through this crazy thing called life

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Dinner with a Side of FriendshipWritten by Kate Lister

At some point dinner club became about so much more than food And thank goodness it did

MAKEBy-the-Book DIY

Written by Tamara KomunieckiCrack (a book) before craftinghellip

DIY PROJECT Cloth Napkins

Written by Maggie BreretonAdd a beautiful eco-friendly and handmade

touch to your next meal by sewing together a pretty stack of cloth napkins

DIY PROJECT

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentWritten by Katy Dill

Make that plain skirt or apron into something you canrsquot take your eyes from with this simple

tutorial of adding a fabric paper doll chain with just a few steps

GROWConverting the Yellowist

Written by Stevie RoseBeyond Daffodils and Black-eyed Susans

how to use yellow in the garden

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TASTERIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN mdash

Hello Summer Written by Kelsey Banfield

Beat the heat this summer with a stick mdash a popsicle stick that ishellip

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SIPSummer Cocktails

and MocktailsWritten by Alia Ledoux

Cocktails that will keep you chilled all summer

NESTAl Fresco Living

Written by Caitlin GambeeHow to prepare any outdoor space

to enjoy all summer long

BEHIND THE BLOG Holly Becker of decor8

Written by Dawn MoriHolly Becker of decor8 launches her first book

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CARENURTURE

Take me out to the FarmWritten by Cheryl Arkison

Farms arenrsquot just for farm folk The best way to learn about your food is to get your feet dirty

on the farm Your kids will grow without being planted

Found for the Family Written by Tamara Komuniecki

and Cynthia MerrimanGood stuff for the biggest to the smallest (and even the furriest) in your household

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CHEERFULNESS IS THE ATMOSPHERE IN WHICH ALL THINGS THRIVE~ JEAN PAUL RICHTER

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LOOKSHINE

Beauty and the BeachWritten by Nicole Harvie

Products to get you beach-ready

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEFCO-FOUNDER Tamara Komuniecki

DESIGN DIRECTORCO-FOUNDER Cynthia Merriman

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lindsay Wilkes

PHOTOGRAPHYTracey Ayton

WEB DESIGNGreen Couch Designs

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Cheryl Arkison Maggie Brereton

Caitlin GambeeTamara Komuniecki

Kate Lister Dawn Mori

Kelsey BanfieldKaty Dill Nicole HarvieAlia Ledoux Cynthia Merriman Stevie Rose

DELISH IS

Cynthia MERRIMAN DESIGN DIRECTOR

A lover of all things pretty Cynthia Merriman is a graphic

designer and owner of My Girl Friday Design Company

She has been designing for web and print projects for

more than ten years taking inspiration from the oodles

of vintage and retro goodies she loves to surround herself

with When she can squeeze it in she enjoys baking read-

ing the occasional novel or sewing an item for a loved

one Mum to three little ones and wife to a wonderful

husband she includes two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and

a cat named Zero in the menagerie She is currently

shopping for lsquothersquo perfect superpower that will help her combine the pleasures of motherhood and the

pressures of owning a flourishing business For now however all she can hope for is that the kids play

nicely while Momma gets some work done

Tamara KOMUNIECKI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

A journalist since 1994 Tamara Komuniecki has taken

on every kind of story imagineable Her experiences as

a broadcast and printweb journalist include attaching

herself to Siberian Huskies while on cross-country skis

covering murders wars fires and floods commandeer-

ing a jet learning to surf and writing about anti-cellu-

lite running shoes Media aside she has also worked as

a figure model a clown at the zoo a 911 operator and

a production assistant for U2 She considers herself a

happy if imperfect homemaker and bakes cooks and

quilts with great passion Her interests include design and architecture sewing and her family Tamararsquos

personal motto is ldquoOnly boring people get boredrdquo and so she leads her three best guys (husband

Konrad son Finn and pooch Duane) on all the adventures they can handle

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CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

selection

MEET OUR

OTHER FABULOUS

CONTRIBUTORS HERE

TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

w etsycomshoplesliejanson

LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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WORD OF MOUSEWhatrsquos on our current must-click lists

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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TokketokI have been a long-time fan of the lovely letterpress studio Tokketok by Joke van de Gaer a lovely Belgium lady living in Portland Oregon The name Tokketok comes from her little boy Oliver mdash it was the first word he said (itrsquos the sound a chicken makes in dutch) Aside from their card line Tokketok specializes in custom announcements and in-vitations Be sure to check out her blog mdash its full of charming ideas youll be borrowing for your own special occasions and special people and tons and tons of wonderful photos

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Hey there Find us on Twitter

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A LITTLE BIRDY TOLD USThese are a few of our favorite(d) Tweets

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jd_hoover julie oh my who is

styling steven tyler theyrsquore shopping in the

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The_Brick_House Bertoia chairs are not ladders Just learned that lesson the hard wayhellip I think I bruised some ribs

shondarhimes Going to the doctor for a check up with my tv fake medical degree means a long day for the doctor

and a lot of made up diseases for me

ActuallyNPH Just bought a new

(and expensive) baby monitor system from

Summer Infant Staring at the many screens makes me

feel like a Bond villainhellip

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

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By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

32 summer 2011 delishmagcom

Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

Ice Pops Recipes for Fresh and Flavorful

Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

$1195

Tovolo Green Star Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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Kinderville Little Bites Ice Pop Molds Set of 4

$1699

Monster Fun Ice Pop Molds by MSC Set of 4

$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

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LEARN

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Dinner with a Side of FriendshipWritten by Kate Lister

At some point dinner club became about so much more than food And thank goodness it did

MAKEBy-the-Book DIY

Written by Tamara KomunieckiCrack (a book) before craftinghellip

DIY PROJECT Cloth Napkins

Written by Maggie BreretonAdd a beautiful eco-friendly and handmade

touch to your next meal by sewing together a pretty stack of cloth napkins

DIY PROJECT

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentWritten by Katy Dill

Make that plain skirt or apron into something you canrsquot take your eyes from with this simple

tutorial of adding a fabric paper doll chain with just a few steps

GROWConverting the Yellowist

Written by Stevie RoseBeyond Daffodils and Black-eyed Susans

how to use yellow in the garden

SUMMER 2011

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FEATURES

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TASTERIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN mdash

Hello Summer Written by Kelsey Banfield

Beat the heat this summer with a stick mdash a popsicle stick that ishellip

40 44

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40

SIPSummer Cocktails

and MocktailsWritten by Alia Ledoux

Cocktails that will keep you chilled all summer

NESTAl Fresco Living

Written by Caitlin GambeeHow to prepare any outdoor space

to enjoy all summer long

BEHIND THE BLOG Holly Becker of decor8

Written by Dawn MoriHolly Becker of decor8 launches her first book

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CARENURTURE

Take me out to the FarmWritten by Cheryl Arkison

Farms arenrsquot just for farm folk The best way to learn about your food is to get your feet dirty

on the farm Your kids will grow without being planted

Found for the Family Written by Tamara Komuniecki

and Cynthia MerrimanGood stuff for the biggest to the smallest (and even the furriest) in your household

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CHEERFULNESS IS THE ATMOSPHERE IN WHICH ALL THINGS THRIVE~ JEAN PAUL RICHTER

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LOOKSHINE

Beauty and the BeachWritten by Nicole Harvie

Products to get you beach-ready

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEFCO-FOUNDER Tamara Komuniecki

DESIGN DIRECTORCO-FOUNDER Cynthia Merriman

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lindsay Wilkes

PHOTOGRAPHYTracey Ayton

WEB DESIGNGreen Couch Designs

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Caitlin GambeeTamara Komuniecki

Kate Lister Dawn Mori

Kelsey BanfieldKaty Dill Nicole HarvieAlia Ledoux Cynthia Merriman Stevie Rose

DELISH IS

Cynthia MERRIMAN DESIGN DIRECTOR

A lover of all things pretty Cynthia Merriman is a graphic

designer and owner of My Girl Friday Design Company

She has been designing for web and print projects for

more than ten years taking inspiration from the oodles

of vintage and retro goodies she loves to surround herself

with When she can squeeze it in she enjoys baking read-

ing the occasional novel or sewing an item for a loved

one Mum to three little ones and wife to a wonderful

husband she includes two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and

a cat named Zero in the menagerie She is currently

shopping for lsquothersquo perfect superpower that will help her combine the pleasures of motherhood and the

pressures of owning a flourishing business For now however all she can hope for is that the kids play

nicely while Momma gets some work done

Tamara KOMUNIECKI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

A journalist since 1994 Tamara Komuniecki has taken

on every kind of story imagineable Her experiences as

a broadcast and printweb journalist include attaching

herself to Siberian Huskies while on cross-country skis

covering murders wars fires and floods commandeer-

ing a jet learning to surf and writing about anti-cellu-

lite running shoes Media aside she has also worked as

a figure model a clown at the zoo a 911 operator and

a production assistant for U2 She considers herself a

happy if imperfect homemaker and bakes cooks and

quilts with great passion Her interests include design and architecture sewing and her family Tamararsquos

personal motto is ldquoOnly boring people get boredrdquo and so she leads her three best guys (husband

Konrad son Finn and pooch Duane) on all the adventures they can handle

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CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

selection

MEET OUR

OTHER FABULOUS

CONTRIBUTORS HERE

TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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w $5 from amazoncom

w $55 from thevintagepearlcom

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w madewithlovebyhannahcom

4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

2

4

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

w twigandthistlecomblog

WORD OF MOUSEWhatrsquos on our current must-click lists

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

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at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

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Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

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10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

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print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

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+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 5: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

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TASTERIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN mdash

Hello Summer Written by Kelsey Banfield

Beat the heat this summer with a stick mdash a popsicle stick that ishellip

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40

SIPSummer Cocktails

and MocktailsWritten by Alia Ledoux

Cocktails that will keep you chilled all summer

NESTAl Fresco Living

Written by Caitlin GambeeHow to prepare any outdoor space

to enjoy all summer long

BEHIND THE BLOG Holly Becker of decor8

Written by Dawn MoriHolly Becker of decor8 launches her first book

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CARENURTURE

Take me out to the FarmWritten by Cheryl Arkison

Farms arenrsquot just for farm folk The best way to learn about your food is to get your feet dirty

on the farm Your kids will grow without being planted

Found for the Family Written by Tamara Komuniecki

and Cynthia MerrimanGood stuff for the biggest to the smallest (and even the furriest) in your household

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60

CHEERFULNESS IS THE ATMOSPHERE IN WHICH ALL THINGS THRIVE~ JEAN PAUL RICHTER

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Beauty and the BeachWritten by Nicole Harvie

Products to get you beach-ready

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEFCO-FOUNDER Tamara Komuniecki

DESIGN DIRECTORCO-FOUNDER Cynthia Merriman

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lindsay Wilkes

PHOTOGRAPHYTracey Ayton

WEB DESIGNGreen Couch Designs

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Cheryl Arkison Maggie Brereton

Caitlin GambeeTamara Komuniecki

Kate Lister Dawn Mori

Kelsey BanfieldKaty Dill Nicole HarvieAlia Ledoux Cynthia Merriman Stevie Rose

DELISH IS

Cynthia MERRIMAN DESIGN DIRECTOR

A lover of all things pretty Cynthia Merriman is a graphic

designer and owner of My Girl Friday Design Company

She has been designing for web and print projects for

more than ten years taking inspiration from the oodles

of vintage and retro goodies she loves to surround herself

with When she can squeeze it in she enjoys baking read-

ing the occasional novel or sewing an item for a loved

one Mum to three little ones and wife to a wonderful

husband she includes two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and

a cat named Zero in the menagerie She is currently

shopping for lsquothersquo perfect superpower that will help her combine the pleasures of motherhood and the

pressures of owning a flourishing business For now however all she can hope for is that the kids play

nicely while Momma gets some work done

Tamara KOMUNIECKI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

A journalist since 1994 Tamara Komuniecki has taken

on every kind of story imagineable Her experiences as

a broadcast and printweb journalist include attaching

herself to Siberian Huskies while on cross-country skis

covering murders wars fires and floods commandeer-

ing a jet learning to surf and writing about anti-cellu-

lite running shoes Media aside she has also worked as

a figure model a clown at the zoo a 911 operator and

a production assistant for U2 She considers herself a

happy if imperfect homemaker and bakes cooks and

quilts with great passion Her interests include design and architecture sewing and her family Tamararsquos

personal motto is ldquoOnly boring people get boredrdquo and so she leads her three best guys (husband

Konrad son Finn and pooch Duane) on all the adventures they can handle

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Thank you

CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

selection

MEET OUR

OTHER FABULOUS

CONTRIBUTORS HERE

TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

2

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

w etsycomshoplesliejanson

LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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WORD OF MOUSEWhatrsquos on our current must-click lists

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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TokketokI have been a long-time fan of the lovely letterpress studio Tokketok by Joke van de Gaer a lovely Belgium lady living in Portland Oregon The name Tokketok comes from her little boy Oliver mdash it was the first word he said (itrsquos the sound a chicken makes in dutch) Aside from their card line Tokketok specializes in custom announcements and in-vitations Be sure to check out her blog mdash its full of charming ideas youll be borrowing for your own special occasions and special people and tons and tons of wonderful photos

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Hey there Find us on Twitter

DelishMag

A LITTLE BIRDY TOLD USThese are a few of our favorite(d) Tweets

AndreAnnaRoseI donrsquot think yoursquore ready for this jelly

jd_hoover julie oh my who is

styling steven tyler theyrsquore shopping in the

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The_Brick_House Bertoia chairs are not ladders Just learned that lesson the hard wayhellip I think I bruised some ribs

shondarhimes Going to the doctor for a check up with my tv fake medical degree means a long day for the doctor

and a lot of made up diseases for me

ActuallyNPH Just bought a new

(and expensive) baby monitor system from

Summer Infant Staring at the many screens makes me

feel like a Bond villainhellip

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

19summer 2011 delishmagcom

Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

For more great DIY projects festive crafts amp yummy recipes visit Maggie

at Smashed Peas and Carrots SMASHEDPEASANDCARROTSBLOGSPOTCOM

8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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Kinderville Little Bites Ice Pop Molds Set of 4

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$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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CARENURTURE

Take me out to the FarmWritten by Cheryl Arkison

Farms arenrsquot just for farm folk The best way to learn about your food is to get your feet dirty

on the farm Your kids will grow without being planted

Found for the Family Written by Tamara Komuniecki

and Cynthia MerrimanGood stuff for the biggest to the smallest (and even the furriest) in your household

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CHEERFULNESS IS THE ATMOSPHERE IN WHICH ALL THINGS THRIVE~ JEAN PAUL RICHTER

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LOOKSHINE

Beauty and the BeachWritten by Nicole Harvie

Products to get you beach-ready

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEFCO-FOUNDER Tamara Komuniecki

DESIGN DIRECTORCO-FOUNDER Cynthia Merriman

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lindsay Wilkes

PHOTOGRAPHYTracey Ayton

WEB DESIGNGreen Couch Designs

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Cheryl Arkison Maggie Brereton

Caitlin GambeeTamara Komuniecki

Kate Lister Dawn Mori

Kelsey BanfieldKaty Dill Nicole HarvieAlia Ledoux Cynthia Merriman Stevie Rose

DELISH IS

Cynthia MERRIMAN DESIGN DIRECTOR

A lover of all things pretty Cynthia Merriman is a graphic

designer and owner of My Girl Friday Design Company

She has been designing for web and print projects for

more than ten years taking inspiration from the oodles

of vintage and retro goodies she loves to surround herself

with When she can squeeze it in she enjoys baking read-

ing the occasional novel or sewing an item for a loved

one Mum to three little ones and wife to a wonderful

husband she includes two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and

a cat named Zero in the menagerie She is currently

shopping for lsquothersquo perfect superpower that will help her combine the pleasures of motherhood and the

pressures of owning a flourishing business For now however all she can hope for is that the kids play

nicely while Momma gets some work done

Tamara KOMUNIECKI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

A journalist since 1994 Tamara Komuniecki has taken

on every kind of story imagineable Her experiences as

a broadcast and printweb journalist include attaching

herself to Siberian Huskies while on cross-country skis

covering murders wars fires and floods commandeer-

ing a jet learning to surf and writing about anti-cellu-

lite running shoes Media aside she has also worked as

a figure model a clown at the zoo a 911 operator and

a production assistant for U2 She considers herself a

happy if imperfect homemaker and bakes cooks and

quilts with great passion Her interests include design and architecture sewing and her family Tamararsquos

personal motto is ldquoOnly boring people get boredrdquo and so she leads her three best guys (husband

Konrad son Finn and pooch Duane) on all the adventures they can handle

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CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

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MEET OUR

OTHER FABULOUS

CONTRIBUTORS HERE

TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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WORD OF MOUSEWhatrsquos on our current must-click lists

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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TokketokI have been a long-time fan of the lovely letterpress studio Tokketok by Joke van de Gaer a lovely Belgium lady living in Portland Oregon The name Tokketok comes from her little boy Oliver mdash it was the first word he said (itrsquos the sound a chicken makes in dutch) Aside from their card line Tokketok specializes in custom announcements and in-vitations Be sure to check out her blog mdash its full of charming ideas youll be borrowing for your own special occasions and special people and tons and tons of wonderful photos

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Hey there Find us on Twitter

DelishMag

A LITTLE BIRDY TOLD USThese are a few of our favorite(d) Tweets

AndreAnnaRoseI donrsquot think yoursquore ready for this jelly

jd_hoover julie oh my who is

styling steven tyler theyrsquore shopping in the

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SWilderTaylorI regret to inform you all that Irsquove slowly but surely become an annoyingly happy person

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The_Brick_House Bertoia chairs are not ladders Just learned that lesson the hard wayhellip I think I bruised some ribs

shondarhimes Going to the doctor for a check up with my tv fake medical degree means a long day for the doctor

and a lot of made up diseases for me

ActuallyNPH Just bought a new

(and expensive) baby monitor system from

Summer Infant Staring at the many screens makes me

feel like a Bond villainhellip

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

For more great DIY projects festive crafts amp yummy recipes visit Maggie

at Smashed Peas and Carrots SMASHEDPEASANDCARROTSBLOGSPOTCOM

8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

7

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

32 summer 2011 delishmagcom

Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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WEB GARDENTHERAPYCA

TWITTERGARDEN_THERAPY

LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 7: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

EDITOR-IN-CHIEFCO-FOUNDER Tamara Komuniecki

DESIGN DIRECTORCO-FOUNDER Cynthia Merriman

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lindsay Wilkes

PHOTOGRAPHYTracey Ayton

WEB DESIGNGreen Couch Designs

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Cheryl Arkison Maggie Brereton

Caitlin GambeeTamara Komuniecki

Kate Lister Dawn Mori

Kelsey BanfieldKaty Dill Nicole HarvieAlia Ledoux Cynthia Merriman Stevie Rose

DELISH IS

Cynthia MERRIMAN DESIGN DIRECTOR

A lover of all things pretty Cynthia Merriman is a graphic

designer and owner of My Girl Friday Design Company

She has been designing for web and print projects for

more than ten years taking inspiration from the oodles

of vintage and retro goodies she loves to surround herself

with When she can squeeze it in she enjoys baking read-

ing the occasional novel or sewing an item for a loved

one Mum to three little ones and wife to a wonderful

husband she includes two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and

a cat named Zero in the menagerie She is currently

shopping for lsquothersquo perfect superpower that will help her combine the pleasures of motherhood and the

pressures of owning a flourishing business For now however all she can hope for is that the kids play

nicely while Momma gets some work done

Tamara KOMUNIECKI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

A journalist since 1994 Tamara Komuniecki has taken

on every kind of story imagineable Her experiences as

a broadcast and printweb journalist include attaching

herself to Siberian Huskies while on cross-country skis

covering murders wars fires and floods commandeer-

ing a jet learning to surf and writing about anti-cellu-

lite running shoes Media aside she has also worked as

a figure model a clown at the zoo a 911 operator and

a production assistant for U2 She considers herself a

happy if imperfect homemaker and bakes cooks and

quilts with great passion Her interests include design and architecture sewing and her family Tamararsquos

personal motto is ldquoOnly boring people get boredrdquo and so she leads her three best guys (husband

Konrad son Finn and pooch Duane) on all the adventures they can handle

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CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

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TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

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By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

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whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

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full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

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Page 8: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

DELISH IS

Cynthia MERRIMAN DESIGN DIRECTOR

A lover of all things pretty Cynthia Merriman is a graphic

designer and owner of My Girl Friday Design Company

She has been designing for web and print projects for

more than ten years taking inspiration from the oodles

of vintage and retro goodies she loves to surround herself

with When she can squeeze it in she enjoys baking read-

ing the occasional novel or sewing an item for a loved

one Mum to three little ones and wife to a wonderful

husband she includes two Rhodesian Ridgebacks and

a cat named Zero in the menagerie She is currently

shopping for lsquothersquo perfect superpower that will help her combine the pleasures of motherhood and the

pressures of owning a flourishing business For now however all she can hope for is that the kids play

nicely while Momma gets some work done

Tamara KOMUNIECKI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

A journalist since 1994 Tamara Komuniecki has taken

on every kind of story imagineable Her experiences as

a broadcast and printweb journalist include attaching

herself to Siberian Huskies while on cross-country skis

covering murders wars fires and floods commandeer-

ing a jet learning to surf and writing about anti-cellu-

lite running shoes Media aside she has also worked as

a figure model a clown at the zoo a 911 operator and

a production assistant for U2 She considers herself a

happy if imperfect homemaker and bakes cooks and

quilts with great passion Her interests include design and architecture sewing and her family Tamararsquos

personal motto is ldquoOnly boring people get boredrdquo and so she leads her three best guys (husband

Konrad son Finn and pooch Duane) on all the adventures they can handle

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CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

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MEET OUR

OTHER FABULOUS

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TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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TokketokI have been a long-time fan of the lovely letterpress studio Tokketok by Joke van de Gaer a lovely Belgium lady living in Portland Oregon The name Tokketok comes from her little boy Oliver mdash it was the first word he said (itrsquos the sound a chicken makes in dutch) Aside from their card line Tokketok specializes in custom announcements and in-vitations Be sure to check out her blog mdash its full of charming ideas youll be borrowing for your own special occasions and special people and tons and tons of wonderful photos

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A LITTLE BIRDY TOLD USThese are a few of our favorite(d) Tweets

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and a lot of made up diseases for me

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

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By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

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The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

7

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

MORE of ALIA

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

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Thank you

CONTRIBUTORS

WED LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF

TEAM DELISH AND OFFICIALLY WELCOME THEM TO THE FAMILY

KATY DILLKaty Dill must always be playing with fiber and needles itrsquos not just a desire itrsquos a need She has 5 little girls who happily wear her creationshellip usually Sewing is where she spends most of her creativity time but also keeps her hands busy playing with the harp photography and baking One day she and her husband would like to take their brood abroad to live preferably to Japan or France You

can follow her adventures and projects on her blog No Big Dill

CAITLIN GAMBEECaitlin Gambee is a freelance publicist living in Boston MA She comes from a family with 30 years in the fine dining restaurant business and has a deep love for food and wine She is a DIY junkie gardening enthusiast and is currently passionate about planning the first race for colon cancer in Massachusetts You can find her blog at wwwbostonGYRIGtumblrcom

KATE LISTERKate is a mother of one (with number two on the way) who in her grown-up life works in corporate communications in Edmonton AB The rest of her time she spends marveling at her growing family enjoying quality time with friends entertaining in her home and traveling back and forth across the country to visit family If shersquos lucky she squeezes in hobby time experimenting in the kitchen doing paper crafts and desperately trying to finish her latest book club

selection

MEET OUR

OTHER FABULOUS

CONTRIBUTORS HERE

TRACEY AYTONMost times you can spot Tracey with a camera in hand a leash in the other with her rather large goofy looking dog Griffon at the end of it After shooting weddings for 12 years it was time for a switch and to start shooting what she truly loves to shoot home interiors gardens and lifestyle Shes a tad obses-sive about her new addiction blogging You may just get a peek at what Griffon looks like when you visit traceyaytonphotographycomblog

DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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WORD OF MOUSEWhatrsquos on our current must-click lists

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

w sheyerosemeyerphotographycomblog

TsPICKS

TokketokI have been a long-time fan of the lovely letterpress studio Tokketok by Joke van de Gaer a lovely Belgium lady living in Portland Oregon The name Tokketok comes from her little boy Oliver mdash it was the first word he said (itrsquos the sound a chicken makes in dutch) Aside from their card line Tokketok specializes in custom announcements and in-vitations Be sure to check out her blog mdash its full of charming ideas youll be borrowing for your own special occasions and special people and tons and tons of wonderful photos

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The_Brick_House Bertoia chairs are not ladders Just learned that lesson the hard wayhellip I think I bruised some ribs

shondarhimes Going to the doctor for a check up with my tv fake medical degree means a long day for the doctor

and a lot of made up diseases for me

ActuallyNPH Just bought a new

(and expensive) baby monitor system from

Summer Infant Staring at the many screens makes me

feel like a Bond villainhellip

belindagraham Dear Stork forget what I said before This baby now NEVER sleeps Please take her back and send me a sleeper Irsquom owed one surely

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

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8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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WEB GARDENTHERAPYCA

TWITTERGARDEN_THERAPY

LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

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DELISH LOVESLovely things that make us squeal a little

3 I was recently introduced to The Vintage Pearl a lovely company that makes the sweetest hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes by a good friend who has six babies in her own nest Itrsquos been an ongoing search of mine looking for a simple but elegant necklace where I could get my own three kids names stamped as well as involving a nest of sorts (I love my birds) mdash and I have found it with the Layered Mamas Nest necklace Each letter is individually stamped by hand making every piece a true one-of-a-kind

1 My go-to summer outfit is usually a skirt tank top and sandals with a cardi handy just in case a cloud darkens my day Irsquove had a Made With Love by Hannah skirt in heavy rotation since getting it a few years ago (the white Bukarest skirt) and on my wish list for this summer is Hannahrsquos new Beanstalk skirt Itrsquos adorable and summery and at $68 is a unique piece that costs less than skirts at most of my favorite stores

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4 I am so very lucky to be married to an amazing guy who just so happens to have awesome barbe-cuing skillz While we tend to make our own sauces and rubs for most dishes I discovered Sweet Baby Rayrsquos Award Winning Barbecue Sauce a couple years ago and itrsquos perfect for less labor-intensive meals As the label says the sauce is the boss Sweet and tangy with the perfect combination I make sure therersquos always a bottle (or five) on hand

2 I struggle with paper plates I of course under-stand their utility but have real problems with what they are made of (and on a completely different level what what they look like) Irsquom relieved on both counts to have found a beautifully-designed and less enviro guilt-inducing option by Wasara If you have to go single-use these are made of 100 renewable tree-free materials (bamboo reed pulp and bagasse ndash a byproduct of sugar refining) and are biodegradable and compostable The Japanese aesthetic-inspired design is perfect for everything from a romantic picnic to a large and elegant affairMedium plates pack of 12 $10

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

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By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

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at Smashed Peas and Carrots SMASHEDPEASANDCARROTSBLOGSPOTCOM

8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

32 summer 2011 delishmagcom

Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

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whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

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4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

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7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

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10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

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We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

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TORTOISE LOVES DONKEYWhether your space is traditional or modern and your thumb is green or black this shoprsquos air plants and mini terrariums are for you Small is cute but small green and next-to-impossible to kill Stick a fork in me Irsquom done (Mini terrariums are even available for purchase in bulk for special event favors)

HEAVENS TO ETSYHaute Handmade

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LESLIE JANSON The repurposed grain and seed sack pillows in this etsy store are so beautiful yoursquoll want to showcase one in your house but many of them are also durable enough to withstand a summer in the backyard hammock Pillows like these (but much more expensive) have been recently featured in some amazing homes in shelter mags and blogs so theyrsquore not only right on trend but

are also classics that wonrsquot go out of style

DAHLHAUS Unique and modern but with a colorful retro vibe these hand-painted ceramics are made by Vancouver BC art-ist Heather Braun-Dahl Pieces are useful enough to include in your daily items but with such great design you might want to only display them Even her color names are evocative wheat saffron yellow cerulean blue summer sky blue pale blush pink

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THE SMALL OBJECTFrom wooden dolls to rubber stamps The Small Objectrsquos whimsical and quirky collectibles are bound to bring a smile to your face Items are perfect for small gifts goody bags or even as fun things to use in your own homehellip because that photo of your 90-year-old granny hanging on the fridge would look awesome with

a sweet rsquostache

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What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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TokketokI have been a long-time fan of the lovely letterpress studio Tokketok by Joke van de Gaer a lovely Belgium lady living in Portland Oregon The name Tokketok comes from her little boy Oliver mdash it was the first word he said (itrsquos the sound a chicken makes in dutch) Aside from their card line Tokketok specializes in custom announcements and in-vitations Be sure to check out her blog mdash its full of charming ideas youll be borrowing for your own special occasions and special people and tons and tons of wonderful photos

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

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By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

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at Smashed Peas and Carrots SMASHEDPEASANDCARROTSBLOGSPOTCOM

8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

7

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

$1195

Tovolo Green Star Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

$1105

Kinderville Little Bites Ice Pop Molds Set of 4

$1699

Monster Fun Ice Pop Molds by MSC Set of 4

$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 12: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

What Katie AteIn a world of a dime-a-dozen food blogs What Katie Ate may hold the distinction of being the most beautiful one that I know of Photographerself-taught food stylist Katie Davies is based in Sydney Australia and her love for nature design and some good olrsquo home cooking shines through on her site And to toot her horn some more shersquos had the wonderful opportunity to have shot and styled for Martha Stewart has a book deal in the works with Penguin Books AU was nominat-ed for the 2011 SAVEUR Best Food Blog Award and won best photo for her Double Chocolate Raspberry Pavlova Have a

gander and eat your heart out

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Twig amp ThistleFeaturing a well-curated collection of beautiful things it makes sense that this blog comes from the talented owner of the Twig amp Thistle etsy shop because Irsquod actually like to take one of everything there thankyouverymuch I try to be hooked up to the latest greatest goods out therehellip but at every new post of theirs I see Irsquove been scooped on a great new find before I even knew about it Add in their so-lovely DIY projects and this web address will become a daily visit for you like it has for me

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WORD OF MOUSEWhatrsquos on our current must-click lists

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Sheye RosemeyerI came upon this blog at a time of profound loss and deep pain in my life and was hooked from the first line Sheye is Australian shersquos a photographer who captures stunning im-

ages of her children and other people and she is a griev-ing mother who lost a sweet soul of a daughter This

blog is an exquisite tale of pain and a life (and lives mdash of her three other children her husband and her-self) forever changed but continuing on A true inspiration and love story of a family dealing every

day with their terrible loss

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TsPICKS

TokketokI have been a long-time fan of the lovely letterpress studio Tokketok by Joke van de Gaer a lovely Belgium lady living in Portland Oregon The name Tokketok comes from her little boy Oliver mdash it was the first word he said (itrsquos the sound a chicken makes in dutch) Aside from their card line Tokketok specializes in custom announcements and in-vitations Be sure to check out her blog mdash its full of charming ideas youll be borrowing for your own special occasions and special people and tons and tons of wonderful photos

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Hey there Find us on Twitter

DelishMag

A LITTLE BIRDY TOLD USThese are a few of our favorite(d) Tweets

AndreAnnaRoseI donrsquot think yoursquore ready for this jelly

jd_hoover julie oh my who is

styling steven tyler theyrsquore shopping in the

scary things that sparkle in the wrong way department

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SWilderTaylorI regret to inform you all that Irsquove slowly but surely become an annoyingly happy person

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The_Brick_House Bertoia chairs are not ladders Just learned that lesson the hard wayhellip I think I bruised some ribs

shondarhimes Going to the doctor for a check up with my tv fake medical degree means a long day for the doctor

and a lot of made up diseases for me

ActuallyNPH Just bought a new

(and expensive) baby monitor system from

Summer Infant Staring at the many screens makes me

feel like a Bond villainhellip

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

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Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

FALL

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A LITTLE BIRDY TOLD USThese are a few of our favorite(d) Tweets

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The_Brick_House Bertoia chairs are not ladders Just learned that lesson the hard wayhellip I think I bruised some ribs

shondarhimes Going to the doctor for a check up with my tv fake medical degree means a long day for the doctor

and a lot of made up diseases for me

ActuallyNPH Just bought a new

(and expensive) baby monitor system from

Summer Infant Staring at the many screens makes me

feel like a Bond villainhellip

belindagraham Dear Stork forget what I said before This baby now NEVER sleeps Please take her back and send me a sleeper Irsquom owed one surely

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

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5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

Ice Pops Recipes for Fresh and Flavorful

Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

$1195

Tovolo Green Star Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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Kinderville Little Bites Ice Pop Molds Set of 4

$1699

Monster Fun Ice Pop Molds by MSC Set of 4

$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

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vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

FALL

LEARN

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DINNERwith a side of

FRIENDSHIP

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

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Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

32 summer 2011 delishmagcom

Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

Ice Pops Recipes for Fresh and Flavorful

Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

$1195

Tovolo Green Star Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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Kinderville Little Bites Ice Pop Molds Set of 4

$1699

Monster Fun Ice Pop Molds by MSC Set of 4

$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

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CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 15: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

FEATURE

SOMETIMES dinner is more than just dinner At least thatrsquos what my mum and dad taught me Not only through the ritual of family dinners around the kitchen table growing up but also through their dinner club

My parents have been part of a dinner club with two other couples for 25 years or so and as kids we were often exposed to the themes new recipes and interest-ing deacutecor that came along each time it was their turn to host I supposed it didnrsquot mean much to me at the time but 20 years later I guess it made an impact

About five years ago while sitting around the dinner table with our friends Carly and Justin and with friends of theirs we had just met Margie and Dan I suddenly said out loud ldquoWe should start a dinner clubrdquo

At the time we were all engaged or married but child-less and it seemed like fun Five years later itrsquos so much more than that Dinner club has become the way we allow our friendship to thrive to stay connected in a meaningful way and to take the time to try something new

The premise is simple our dinner club gets together ev-ery six weeks or so The hosting couple picks a theme and cooks the main course the other couples bring an appetizer or dessert And we have a written-in-stone date to get together and stay caught up on one anoth-errsquos lives something thatrsquos become even more impor-tant as life has changed and progressed over the years

DINNER

Yes dinner club conversations have gotten us through new marriages buying houses getting pets having babies adopting children finishing degrees and losing parents And as life has gotten more hectic with each of us having families now having a real excuse ndash a regu-lar date to get together ndash is cherished Sometimes the kids are there sometimes we luck out getting a baby-sitter but the result is always the same We all come away feeling re-connected and proud of ourselves for cooking something that didnrsquot boast it could be done in less than 30 minutes and that usually involves shop-ping at a specialty store of some kind

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

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The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

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Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

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5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

Ice Pops Recipes for Fresh and Flavorful

Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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Tovolo Green Star Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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Kinderville Little Bites Ice Pop Molds Set of 4

$1699

Monster Fun Ice Pop Molds by MSC Set of 4

$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

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CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 16: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

Now wersquove had some tremendous successes with themes ranging from countries like Ecuador to India to the fun and somewhat bizarre like your favorite food from a Simpsons episode to something we all just needed at the time like comfort food And wersquove had some failures Our medieval dinner comes to mind when Dan and Margie went to great lengths to pro-cure and cook a goose only to have it take four times as long as we thought (and that no one liked much) paired with bland tasteless side-dishes and dessert Yes wersquove had many hits and a few misses but thatrsquos part of the fun trying something new and laughing about it along the way

Sometimes when there is more time to be had to pre-pare the hosting couple finds music special drinks maybe even table deacutecor to match the theme Other times itrsquos just a matter of pulling out your nicest dish-es content to wash them by hand just because you havenrsquot used them in a while And as I sat on the couch at Carly and Justinrsquos last month digesting a fabulous traditional English dinner complete with Welsh Rarebit Yorkshire Pudding and Eton Mess chatting with Carly about the new house they are building I thought to my-self ldquoEveryone should have a dinner club If they knew how funhellip and therapeutichellip ours was they wouldrdquo Irsquom already thinking ahead to the next one at our house The theme is Farmerrsquos Market and it will be one of the last before we welcome the newest addition to our fam-ily later in the summer Another change to go through as a group of friends

So thatrsquos that Dinner is sometimes just so much more than dinner I hope 20 years from now we are still meet-ing ndash with no excuses ndash for our regular food and com-

fort extravaganza much like my parents still do I hope we will still be finding the fun in cooking the food and watching our friendships thrive through whatever life is bringing us

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

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Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

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AT

ION

S B

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TH

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 17: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE AND MOST MEMORABLE DINNER CLUBS

GreekFamily Traditions

Comfort FoodLittle Italy Murder Mystery

ChocolateAll on the Grill

India

THREE FAVORITE RECIPES

Chocolate Beef Tenderloin (FROM THE CHOCOLATE-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS2 (5 ounce) beef tenderloin filets1 tablespoon olive oilcoarse sea salt to taste1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorn1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced shallot14 cup port wine1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar14 cup beef stock1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary12 (1 ounce) square bittersweet chocolate chopped

DIRECTIONSBrush the tenderloin filets on all sides with 1 tablespoon olive oil then sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pep-per

Heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke Add the steaks and cook to your desired degree of doneness 4 minutes per side for medium-rare Once done remove the steaks from the skillet and keep warm

Stir in the minced shallot and cook for 1 minutePour in the port and balsamic vinegar Simmer until the port reduces to the consistency of chocolate syrup 2 to 3 minutes Add the beef stock and rosemary and re-turn to a simmer Once the sauce has begun to simmer whisk in the chocolate until it melts and slightly thick-ens the sauce Pour sauce over steaks to serve

Devils on Horseback (FROM THE BRITISH-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS1 package whole pitted dates12 cup cubed Asiago Fontina or Jarlsberg cheese8-10 slices bacon cut crosswise into thirds

DIRECTIONSStuff dates with a piece of the cheese Wrap one of the pieces of the bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick if necessary Place on broiler pan with a rack

Preheat broiler Broil bacon wrapped dates 4-6 from the heat source for 9-12 minutes turning twice during cooking time until bacon is crisp donrsquot let it burnLet stand for 5 minutes then serve

Bavarian Apple Torte (FROM THE GERMAN-THEMED DINNER CLUB)

INGREDIENTS34 cup butter or margarine softened12 cup sugar1 12 cups all-purpose flour12 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese softened14 cup sugar2 eggs34 teaspoon vanilla extract

TOPPING3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples12 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONSCombine the first four ingredients Press onto the bot-tom of an ungreased 9-in springform pan In a mix-ing bowl beat cream cheese and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Pour over the crust Combine topping ingredients spoon over filling Bake at 350 degrees F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set Cool on a wire rack Store in the refrigerator Cut into wedges with a serrated knife

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

For more great DIY projects festive crafts amp yummy recipes visit Maggie

at Smashed Peas and Carrots SMASHEDPEASANDCARROTSBLOGSPOTCOM

8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

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seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

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ION

S B

Y C

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TH

IA F

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 18: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

LIVE MAKE

Sure there is a garden to be weeded a lawn to be mown

sewing projects piling up and likely a BBQ to

prepare for But you owe yourself a rest too

Our prescription One glass of something

refreshing one hammock or lounger and

one of these books (or all of them) Instant

rejuvenation

Be sure to come back to this page in every issue of Delish for the MOST delish books on craft decor and more

18

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI AND CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

By-the-bookDIY

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sisboomcomtwitter sisboom

Girlrsquos WorldWritten by Jennifer PaganelliChronicle Books

From the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics comes a lovely book featuring 21 sewing projects to make for little girls Full of enchanting girly crafts like frilly dresses ruffled pillows and stuffed animals itrsquos a celebration of Jenniferrsquos true whimsical style

My first project for my daughter has been rsquoMaryrsquos Fancy Sash Dressrsquo Itrsquos sweet itrsquos old-fashioned and perfect for playing dress-up I love how Jennifer fills up each project with step-by-step instructions a range of sizes from extra-small to extra-large and illustrations to help you out along the way Girlrsquos World features projects for all levels of crafters mdash yoursquoll want to untie the pink ribbon and eat up the pages of this yummy book And if you donrsquot have a girl of your own to sew for yoursquoll want to find one as soon as you flip the first page

Be sure to read our Woman of the Cloth profile on Jennifer in this issue

$2495 at chroniclebookscom

$1844 at chaptersindigoca

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

$3499 at amazoncom

$3398 at amazonca

Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

$2495 at interweavecom

$1646 at chaptersindigoca

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb soapylovecomtwitter soapylove

MORE FROM the AUTHORweb sewliberatedtypepadcomtwitter sewliberated

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

$1795 at penguingroupcom

$1710 at chaptersindigocaMORE FROM the AUTHORweb dianaschoenbruncomtwitter dianaschoenbrun

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

For more great DIY projects festive crafts amp yummy recipes visit Maggie

at Smashed Peas and Carrots SMASHEDPEASANDCARROTSBLOGSPOTCOM

8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

7

PH

OTO

GR

AP

HY

BY

TIM

GE

AN

EY

- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

32 summer 2011 delishmagcom

Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

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whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

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10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

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Page 19: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

The Art of SoapEdited by Debbie ChialtasSoapylove

Itrsquos easy to take for granted the items we use in our daily hygiene rou-tine but one of the things I personally take great pleasure in every day is handmade soap It elevates a mundane activity like showering to an opportunity to pamper myself with high quality and good-for-me ingredients I also appreciate that each bar of handmade soap usually comes complete with a story behind it I enjoyed reading many of those stories in this book which is a collection of essays from soap makers themselves mdash the very people who elevate soap

making past crafting and into art

The book features personal stories from a spectrum of soap mak-ers including Sister Cathleen Marie Timberlake from Monastery Creations of Clyde Missouri This lovely woman is a Catholic nun who makes soaps imbued with drops of holy water and her own prayers of peace and Sara Jezierski of Cleaner Science a clever soap maker out of Houston Texas with a cheeky product ldquoI thought it would be hilarious to have a soap that looked like the exact thing

yoursquore trying to get rid of germs and bacteriardquo she says

Beautifully photographed and with incredibly interesting back sto-ries The Art of Soap might just tempt you to get into the business

yourself like it has me

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Growing Up Sew Liberated Making Handmade Clothes and Projects for Your Creative Child Written by Meg McElweeInterweave Books

I wish I could express how influential author Meg McElweersquos writing philosophies and values about parenthood early childhood educa-tion and homemaking (on her Sew Liberated blog) have been to me without coming across as incredibly fangirly But I canrsquot so Irsquoll just own up to it mdash Irsquom a huge fan There I said it

Now on to her second book (her first Sew Liberated was published in January 2010) Growing Up Sew Liberated features 18 projectspat-terns for clothing and creative activities organized into the following chapters greeting the morning bread sharing + homemaking inside play outside play and good night sleep tight

I have already gathered all of the supplies for the embroidered place-mat and as I start sewing it Irsquoll also be getting ready for the next things I want to make ndash her irresistible numbers the reversible hood-ed play cape and the hideaway play tent Itrsquos going to be a Sew Liber-ated summer

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Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

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The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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WEB GARDENTHERAPYCA

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

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Page 20: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

Beasties How to Make 22 Mischievous Monsters That Go Bump in the Night

Written by Diana SchoenbrunPenguin Group

Therersquos a reason that Ugly Dolls and other monsters have been a phe-nomenon since they were first introduced to the doll market Call it the anti-cute movement but you can also call them adorable in their own right (Isnrsquot there a new term ldquougly cuterdquo or have I just made that up)

From the author of Puppet Play 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens Towels Socks and More comes this new book with 22 brand new creatures who want to find a home with you Their back

stories are as entertaining as their faces and outfits

The first task after flipping through the book will be deciding which little friend to make first I am going with Tomte who is a Swedish creature who ldquohellipwatches over the farmhouse at night and tidies up any leftover

messesrdquo Yes definitely this one first

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The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

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8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

32 summer 2011 delishmagcom

Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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WEB GARDENTHERAPYCA

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

MORE of ALIA

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

3summer 2011 delishmagcom

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 21: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

The response to our recent Delish Reader Survey exceed-ed our expectations and provided us with great feedback about the things you want to see in our magazine pages and

on our site

As a result of that wersquore working on something REALLY BIG and we canrsquot wait to share it with you Itrsquos our brand spank-ing new web site produced by S Joy Studioshellip and itrsquoll be

ready in the month of July

If yoursquod like to get an email when wersquore all ready to go just sign up here and yoursquoll be among the first to know

We donrsquot want to ruin the surprise but we can tell you there will be more blog posts with the same great Delish topics an opportunity to share your own project photos with us and

our readers and freebies and tutorials galore

We hope to see you there

Delish

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

For more great DIY projects festive crafts amp yummy recipes visit Maggie

at Smashed Peas and Carrots SMASHEDPEASANDCARROTSBLOGSPOTCOM

8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

7

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OTO

GR

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BY

TIM

GE

AN

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

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+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

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Page 22: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

cloth napkins

DIY

I LOVE summer for the beauti-

ful weather and lush green grass

and in my mind there is no better

way to enjoy it than with a picnic

A great way to add a pretty and

environmentally-friendly touch

to your next outdoor meal is with

some beautiful handmade cloth

napkins At the end of the day

when you throw them in the wash

rather than in the trash yoursquoll be

so glad you took the time to make

something pretty and reusable

LIVE MAKE

Cut each fat quarter (a piece of quilting cotton fabric measuring 18 x 22 inches) so that each piece

measures 18 x 18 inches

1

w WRITTEN BY MAGGIE BRERETON

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

8 fat quarters of fabric (this will make 4 dinner-sized napkins)Scissors or rotary cutter and matCoordinating threadSewing machineChopstick or other point turnerIron

2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

7

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

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2Decide how you would like to pair your fabrics if you have chosen fat quarters with different designs and colors as you will use two fat quar-ters per napkin Then place your chosen two pieces together with right sides facing each other

Sew along the edge with a 14-inch seam allowance leaving three inches on one side for turning the napkin

right side out

Clip each corner to reduce bulk this allows for a nice point at each corner Be careful not to clip your seam

4

3

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

32 summer 2011 delishmagcom

Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 24: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

5Turn the napkin right side out via the opening that was left unsewn

Use the chopstick to push each cor-ner out to make four nice and point-

ed corners

Press the entire napkin with an iron Make sure to turn the open-ingrsquos edge under while pressing the napkin to allow for a seam allowance for your topstitching

7

6

For more great DIY projects festive crafts amp yummy recipes visit Maggie

at Smashed Peas and Carrots SMASHEDPEASANDCARROTSBLOGSPOTCOM

8

Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

9

Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

7

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BY

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

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whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

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4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

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7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

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10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

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Topstitch around the napkin using a 14-inch seam allowance This will give a nice finished look to the edges of the napkin as well as close up the opening that was

used for turning

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Enjoy your beautiful napkins

thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

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SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

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Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

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Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

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Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

MORE of ALIA

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

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thread mdash yoursquoll also need matching thread the same color as the paper doll fabric

12 yard of Wonder Under an iron-on adhe-sive with paper backing found by the inter-facing at fabric stores

scissors or rotary cutter and matsewing machineiron

Fabric Paper Doll EmbellishmentD

IY

THIS IS A FUN

and easy way to

embellish anything

from an apron or a

little girlrsquos skirt to

a blanket or hem of

a jacket Irsquove used a

little girlrsquos skirt for my

example but you can

apply this technique

to any of the above

LIVE MAKE

w WRITTEN BY KATY DILL

SUPPLIESCHECK-LIST

fabric mdash yoursquoll need two different colors of fabrics (choose simple fabrics that are either a solid color or have a very small and simple pattern My base for the skirt is linen and the paper doll fabric is cotton)

Your project will dictate how much of the base fabric yoursquoll need but the paper dolls will only use about 14 of a yard

Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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graphic design + illustration

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full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

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Start by ironing both of your fabrics Next trace the paper doll pattern along the edge of the Wonder Under on the paper side Move the paper doll pattern next to the traced doll so that they are holding hands and trace again until

you have the same length of dolls on the Wonder Under as the length of your desired project You can make each doll the same or you can create variations even making a little boy instead of a girl Just keep in mind that you will be sewing around all the details you add so you donrsquot want them too intricate

Iron the Wonder Under with the traced paper dolls (paper side up) on the wrong side of the pa-per doll fabric according to the manufacturerrsquos in-structions

2

With the dolls on either end of the doll chain extend the hand and foot about 12 inch so this portion can be sewn inside the seam of your

project

3

Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

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If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

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Thatrsquos it Complete the rest of your project careful to include the extended hands and feet of the dolls on the ends in the

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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MORE of CHERYL

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

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Next cut out the string of paper dolls very carefully including the piece between each doll using very sharp scissors Remove the paper backing and iron the dolls to your base fabric on the right side keeping them at the same height along the edge with a ruler

Finally sew around each paper doll using a satin stitch To cre-ate a satin stitch adjust the set-tings on your machine increase the width to about 18-inch (the setting on my machine is a 2) and decrease the length so that each stitch is right next to the previous stitch (the setting on

my machine is lt12)

The result will be what a button hole stitch looks like Do a test on some scrap fabric to make sure your stitch is the size that

looks nice

4

For more great DIY projects tutorials and crafty ideas visit Katy at

at No Big Dill THEDILLSPIELBLOGSPOTCOM

If your bobbin case has an ldquoarmrdquo with a hole on the end put your thread through that which will pull your bobbin thread just a little bit more than usual creating a nice smooth finish with the top

thread

5

When you come to corners keep your needle in the down position lift your presser foot and rotate the fabric and continue around all the raw edges of the paper dolls

6

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seams

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

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$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

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+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

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LEARN

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- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

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Page 31: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

- WOMAN OF THE CLOTH -

Jennifer Paganelli

LIVE MAKE

tant and worked my way up to contract sales At Knoll the sales people are the first entreacute into whatrsquos happen-ing in world of design You see whatrsquos developing De-signers were very interested in what sales people were seeing I would get to go to the mills and talk to the clients I was pulsating with energy for the entire tex-tile design industry Being at a mill I was like Cinderella gone mad

w WRITTEN BY CHERYL ARKISON

Take a look through any quilt shop and your eye will immedi-ately be drawn to the section full of saturated colors Whether itrsquos your style or not you canrsquot help but be captivated by the colors No one knows this more and few do it better than artist Jennifer Paganelli

Paganelli is a fabric and stationery designer crafter of note pattern designer and author of two books ndash Girlrsquos World and the upcoming (2012) Happy Home She is also a vivacious funny and generous spirit It is impos-sible not to smile when you see her work or talk to her

The influences on Paganellirsquos work are widespread Most profound are the years she spent in the Virgin Islands There is no mistaking the vibrancy and colors of island influences in her work even if the patterns seem far more traditional That is actually Paganellirsquos strength ndash taking elements from vintage textiles and more than updating them with modern graphics and incredibly bold colors Use her fabrics once and you instantly feel like you could be on vacation

ldquoIrsquod love a dollar for every time someone says my fabric makes them happyrdquo says Paganelli It happens every day and we can certainly see why

Grab a cocktail or a glass of iced tea and join our con-versation with Jennifer

Q MOST OF US KNOW OF KNOLL THE MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN COMPANY TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME THEREA I started out as a volunteer while working at another company Eventually I moved to New York as an assis-

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 32: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

Q HOW DID YOU GET FROM KNOLL TO FABRIC DE-SIGN IN CONNECTICUTA I was working in NYC for Knoll Textiles for 12 years learning the contract fabric biz and raising a family and it was time to move from our two bedroom apartment on 86th Street to the lsquoburbs We loved the idea of a yard for the kids and possibly a big labradoodle named George who came later

I was first known as a crafter I was well known for do-ing wreaths these large and more-than-fragile wreaths They were displayed and sold through the American Folk Art Museum and I was featured in Country Living It took off and gave me the notoriety that I was an art-ist In 2005 I contacted Free Spirit about doing a fabric line They helped me learn design as I had not done any surface design work prior

Q WHAT IS ONE ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR CRE-ATIVE PROCESSA I need to scour flea markets mdash thatrsquos where I get the most fervor My heart races and my imagination explodes

Q IS THERE A CERTAIN PERSON YOU KEEP IN MIND WHEN YOU DESIGNA I always have girls at the forefront of my mind (sorry boys) and sometimes am amazed at the boys who love pretty

Q WHAT COMES FIRST COLOR OR CONCEPTA Concept I would say and then I plug in colors when Irsquom satisfied with the ornamental direction If you go too far with color it can look wrong Irsquom glad I have something in me that knows when it is enough

Q FAVORITE COLORA PINK and pink and more pink the blues and greens coming in for a tight second And yellow and then red

Q WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO BEA Home I travel for the biz and love meeting folks but my heart is home mdash hand sewing or relaxing with family

Q WHAT IS THE WORST JOB YOUrsquoVE EVER HADA [At a] grocery store when I lived in Boston to make some extra money The store owner was very very mean

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Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

34 summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

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whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

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4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

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7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

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LEARN

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Page 33: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

Q YOU HAVE A DAY WITH NO DEADLINES IN FRONT OF YOU WHAT DO YOU DOA Believe it or not I donrsquot really have too many dead-lines because I donrsquot procrastinate Not a do-gooder mdash I just hate the anxiety that develops when I procras-tinate that I promptly get things done I submit fabric lines a year in advance to avoid any nightmares Yes Irsquom that girlhellip

Q WHEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO CRAFT OR SEW WITHOUT OBLIGATION (IE NOT FOR WORK) WHAT DO YOU FLOCK TOA Irsquom a crafter first Then it is hand sewing Always hand sewing But even in my down time Irsquoll design fabrics

Q WHAT GIVES YOU ENERGY WHAT TAKES IT AWAYA My list and accomplishing goals Comparison to oth-ers can zap me of energy and take away my mojo so I really try to keep eyes on my own plate

Q DO YOU PREFER TEXTILE DESIGN PATTERN DE-SIGN OR WRITING MOREA I am a textile designer I guess what I lack is more outlets so I can work on that daily but for now I am right where I am supposed to be

Q WHO WORKING IN TEXTILESSEWING DESIGN DO YOU ADMIREA Have to say Trina Turk Lilly Pulitzer Tricia Guild

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

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her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

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vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

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+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

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Page 34: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

Q DESCRIBE THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SEE PEOPLE WEARINGUSING YOUR DESIGNSA There is no better feeling and I get to see it everyday in our flickr group called Sis Boom Sight-ings

Q WHAT IS THE ONE PLACE YOU STILL WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNSA In Teen Vogue or Elle Deacutecor Can you make that happen

Q DO YOU EVER WORRY THAT THE CREATIVE WELL WILL DRY UPA Never at 53 years of age Irsquove gotten the message of ebb and flow and it canrsquot be forced itrsquos just the way I am

Q WHATrsquoS NEXT FOR SIS BOOMA Exciting things happen when a book comes into play and I feel very fortunate to have been able to put such a popular book into the marketplace (I had lots of help and lots of very talented people behind me) So right now weighing options and taking my time Too many licensing deals fall through so itrsquos best to keep my lip zipped Irsquom also trying to open Sis Boom up for weddings to forge a place for the fabrics in wedding

Q COMPLETE THIS SENTENCE I JUST WISH PEO-PLE WOULDhellipA hellip give themselves permission to play morehellip in-vite the goodness in and abandon all what ifshellip stop second guessing and live your best life nowhellip (Irsquoll support you)

To read more from Jennifer see her fabrics and other

products and keep up to date with her creative energy visit

her website sisboomcom

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LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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Frozen Treats$1021

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 35: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

LIVE GROW

w WRITTEN BY STEVIE ROSE

CONVERTING THE

Yellowist I was taken aback when I first heard the word but I suppose I deserved being called it after blatantly ranting about ripping out all signs of yellow from my garden Common Daffodils in my garden No thank you Black-Eyed Susans Your fate is the compost bin Be-ing called out for my discrimination stopped my blazing yellow rage in its tracks I asked my-self how did I get to the point where I shun all members of a color family ripping out beautiful plants like theyrsquore dreaded dandelions

It was the quest for harmony The feeling of se-renity delight and balance from the garden comes from a pleasant blending of color texture height depth smells and sounds In a flower garden color is the most prominent element to our senses and in my garden yellow just wasnrsquot play-ing well with the others Shersquos a bully Vibrant and bright she draws your eye and holds it Too much yellow can make a garden look small and flat Pops of aggres-sive yellow blooms overtake the other colored flowers and foliage turning them all into pips

Nonetheless I figured if I was going to commit hate crimes against plants then I better get myself educated first Turning from Yellowist to Yellowazzi I stalked gar-dens with my camera and hunted for yellow on-line Not surprisingly I quickly real-ized that my ignorance was holding me back from a relationship with a perfectly stunning color While Irsquom still not a fan of the harshness of a Black-eyed Susan Irsquove found some wonderful examples of how yellow can elevate a garden space through a variety of different uses

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

the light

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

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whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

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10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

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He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

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Page 36: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

YELLOW IN THE SPRINGSummerrsquos hot sun casts an overall yellow light in the garden and fallrsquos foliage turns golden signal-ing the end of a cycle both muddying the impact of yellow blooms Spring however is a wonder-ful time to introduce some lemony hues Pops of bright color when the days are shorter and skies are gray can lift up the garden and add some sun-shine to a rainy day

HIGHLIGHTING A GARDEN FEATURE

A dramatic Canna with a vivid yellow bloom towering in the center of a circu-lar garden a yellow magnolia in front of a purple shed or yellow painted garden ac-cents add a modern dramatic statement in the garden A citrus-colored watering can or painted garden door will perk up an otherwise thickly-planted or shady part of the garden drawing you towards

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FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

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Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

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Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

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CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

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LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 37: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

FOLIAGEA select few variegated leaves with golden stripes veins or markings among otherwise green leaves will add visual interest to gardens with plantings not intended to bloom Hosta cultivars such as Chartreuse Wiggles American Sweetheart or Lib-erty bring light into a woodland garden or shady patio planter Lemon Thyme Variegated Lemon Balm and Ginger Mint all add beauty and interest to a standard herb garden not to mention a lift to

your cooking

SOFTER SHADES AND UNEXPECTED BLOOMSButtery yellow can be a wonderful alter-native to the boldness of sunflowers and daylilies A creamy ruffled German Iris will attract attention for its contradic-tion a showy shape and subtle color A Yellow Primrose Lilac is controversial in gardening circles because the elusive yel-low blooms are often realized as white or (gasp) purple For gardeners who do get the pale primrose blooms itrsquos a unique garden find worthy of bragging

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

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LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 38: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

IN THE EDIBLE GARDENThose who have seen a fruiting lemon tree likely need no con-vincing of yellowrsquos beauty in the garden ndash lush green leaves dotted with lemons is a beautiful sight While not all climates can support citrus honey-colored fruit is possible in the edible garden with alpine strawberries golden raspberries or plums

The trumpet-shaped beauty of squash blossoms can turn into striking Goldenrod zuc-chini Sunburst pattypan or Yellow Crookneck squash making them right at home in a flower bed Tomato plants also flower in yellow with fruit that range from white to deep gold Try Golden Rave a two-bite yellow Roma to-mato that fruits on decorative trusses and adds extra sun-shine to the tomato garden

COLOR COMBINATIONSIn the formal or cottage garden the opposites of the color wheel yellow and purple are a classic team The modern garden stands out with a citrus palette of orange lemon and lime to complement repeti-tive and structural plantings My personal favorite right now is the use of yellow and 2011rsquos trend color honeysuckle a lively but earthy pink that rises up to

meet golden tones perfect in a modern farmhouse garden

Irsquom proud to say upon concluding my research that Irsquom no longer a Colorist yellow or otherwise I hum-bly recognize that yellow is an essential color in the garden as with nature her brightness attracts pol-linators and guides them to the pollen or nectar We humans have clearly figured out the power of yellow as well using her to communicate warnings in traffic signs or school buses She is the brightest color in the spectrum and as such should be used with cau-tion in the garden Used correctly yellow can add a cheery lift like no other color can She now holds a place in my hearthellip and garden

TO

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Visit me at

WEB GARDENTHERAPYCA

TWITTERGARDEN_THERAPY

LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

Continued on next page

Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

Ice Pops Recipes for Fresh and Flavorful

Frozen Treats$1021

Paletas Authentic Recipes for Mexican Ice Pops Shaved Ice amp Aguas Frescas$1065

Pops Icy Treats for Everyone$1085

Tovolo Yellow Groovy Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

$1195

Tovolo Green Star Ice Pop Molds Set of 6

$1105

Kinderville Little Bites Ice Pop Molds Set of 4

$1699

Monster Fun Ice Pop Molds by MSC Set of 4

$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 39: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

LIVE TASTE

w WRITTEN BY KELSEY BANFIELD

Hello Summer Hello Summer Hello Summer

RIFFIN IN THE KITCHEN

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

MORE of KELSEYweb thenaptimechefcomtwitter TheNaptimeChef

Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

Continued on next page

Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 40: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

The minute the weather gets warmer the food in our house gets cooler Not cooler as in hip cooler as in temperature I make an effort to only turn on the oven a few times a week preferably in the late evening since it warms up the kitchen so much So instead of baking cakes and brownies for desserts I turn to frozen novelties like ice cream

granitas and popsicles

Popsicles have become a particular favorite homemade dessert in the past few years because of my three year-old daughter Kids adore popsicles and she is no ex-ception We have so much fun selecting fruits at the market to use for making frozen treats The flavor of a popsicle made from fresh fruit and sweetened with just a touch of simple syrup is infinitely better than the pre-made variety at the store Plus making my own is far less expensive I choose to invest in a $499 popsicle mold at my local five and dime each May and it is the only equipment I need to make popsicles all summer long

In early June we had our first u-pick strawberry run of the season When we came home we made a few batches of jam packed some in simple syrup and made a large batch of popsicles Every night after dinner for a week we enjoyed their icy strawberry taste and could always count on them to cool us down at the end of a long hot day Herersquos to summer

2011 seems on tap to be the year of the homemade popsicle or ice pop and with this popularity comes some great resources for those of us who like to ex-periment with ingredients and flavor

Chronicle Booksrsquo Perfect Pops The 50 Best Classic amp Cool Treats written by Charity Ferreira ($1695 at chroniclebookscom) fea-tures some delicious and easy-to-make recipes for everyone Start kids off with something from the Fruity Pops section and then get your little gour-mands into something in-teresting and adventurous

from Creamy Pops with such recipes as Sweet Corn Paletas and Pistachio-Saffron Pops Therersquos even some-thing for the adults in the Grown-Up Pops section

Here are two of our favorite recipes from the book shared with permission from Chronicle Books

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Lemon Strawberry Popsicles

INGREDIENTS

4 cups strawberries washed and hulled14 cup granulated sugar12 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Pureacutee the strawberries in a blender until liq-uefied Press them through a fine mesh sieve to strain out the seeds

2 In a small saucepan over low heat combine the sugar and 34 cup water to make a simple syrup Cook until the sugar has completely dis-solved then immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature

3 Add the lemon and simple syrup to the strawberry juice and stir to combine Pour the mixture into frozen pop molds and freeze for at least 6 hours

bull FOR THE FAMILY bull

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

This pop made with fruit and yogurt frozen in racy stripes is a big hit with the outer-space set (Makes 6 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 cup blueberries (about 6 ounces)4 teaspoons sugar1 cup vanilla low-fat or while-milk yogurt1 cup raspberries (about 6 ounces)

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Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

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BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

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10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

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Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

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LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

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Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

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Continued from previous page

Triple-Layered Rocket Pops

1 Pureacutee the blueberries with a food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Discard the solids Whisk in 2 teaspoons of the sugar and 2 tablespoons of the yogurt un-til well combined Spoon the mixture into ice pop molds dividing it evenly to fill each mold about one-third full Freeze for 30 to 45 min-utes until set

2 Divide 23 cup yogurt evenly among the molds placing it on top of the blueberry layer and filling each mold another third of the way full Freeze until the yogurt layer is set 30 to 45 minutes

3 Pureacutee the raspberries in the food proces-sor until smooth With a wooden spoon press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl extracting as much juice as possible Dis-card the solids Whisk the remaining sugar and yogurt into the rasperry pureacutee until well com-bined Carefully spoon the raspberry mixture on top of the yogurt layer dividing it evenly Insert sticks Freeze until firm at least 4 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

bull FOR THE GROWN-UPS bull

Bourbon-Peach Pops

Talk about Southern comfort This boozy fruity pop will be a big hit at your next summer bar-becue You could pureacutee the peaches in a blend-er but hopefully the ones yoursquore using are so ripe you can mash them easily with a fork(Makes 6-8 pops)

INGREDIENTS

1 12 pounds very ripe yellow peaches (about four medium fruits)6 tablespoons sugar2 12 teaspoons bourbon1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil Cut an X on the bottom of each peach Im-merse the peaches in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes Transfer the peaches to a strainer and rinse under cold running water until cool Starting at the cut end of each peach slip off the skins

2 Cut the peaches into chunks and discard the pits Place the peaches in a large bowl and add 5 tablespoons of the sugar the bourbon and lemon juice Mash with a fork then switch to a whisk once the mixture turns to liquid Contin-ue to whisk until the mixture is well combined Taste and add some or all of the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar

3 Pour the mixture into ice pop molds and in-sert sticks Freeze until firm at least 6 hours or up to 1 week

4 To unmold the pops run hot water over the outsides of the molds for a few seconds then gently pull the sticks

Ice Pop Joy$1289

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$1820

LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

MORE of ALIA

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

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The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

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LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

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Ice Pop Joy$1289

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

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beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

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LEARN

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LEARN

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LIVE SIP

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled white wine (Riesling Gewurztraminer Pinot Gris Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Chablis)23 cup white sugar3 oranges (sliced) or substitute 1 cup of orange juice1 lemon (sliced)1 lime (sliced)12 liter of ginger ale or club soda (ginger ale will add a kick of sweetness)

OPTIONAL FRUIT sliced strawberries peaches kiwis fresh blueberries raspberries (the more the merrier)

OPTIONAL ALCOHOL try adding a shot of rum brandy or gin

PREPARATIONPour wine into the pitcher and squeeze the juice from the wedges of the oranges lemon and lime into the wine Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if pos-sible) and add sugar Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving

w WRITTEN BY ALIA LEDOUX

IN A GLASSSummertime

When itrsquos hot outside you might be tempt-ed to pick up a six-pack of any old thing as long as itrsquos cold from your local store

Instead why not try one or all of these five easy and delicious recipes for cocktails to enjoy and to serve The

small amount of extra effort will pay off in refreshing flavor

Not sure what to do with that leftover bottle of white wine Turn it into a delicious punch that is packed full of vitamins and antioxidants Originally created in Spain and traditionally made using red wine this recipe adds a unique twist that will entice you with its freshness and wonrsquot stain your teeth

WHITE WINE SANGRIA

SPIKED ICE CREAM SHAKE

I guarantee your friends will love this grown-up version of a milkshake Slightly naughty but oh so nice

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)12 cup caramel ice cream1 ounce vodka1 ounce Kahlua1 ounce strong drip coffee

PREPARATIONCombine all ingredients in a blender blend until smooth and serve

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

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w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

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The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

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LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 44: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

INGREDIENTS1 12 cups tequila34 cup orange liqueur (such as Triple Sec)34 cup fresh lime juice4 tablespoons sugar8 cups crushed ice2 tablespoons salt6 lime wedges

PREPARATIONIn large pitcher combine tequila orange liqueur lime juice and 2 tablespoons sugar Stir to dissolve sugar and add crushed ice Mix salt and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in shallow bowl Moisten rim of 6 margarita glasses with lime wedge Holding each glass upside down dip rim into sugar-salt mixture Pour margarita into glasses Garnish with lime wedges

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KIR ROYALE

This classic and elegant drink is simply perfect for an evening of entertaining Time tested and sure to impress

INGREDIENTS (PER GLASS)2-3 raspberries1 tablespoon cregraveme de cassis180ml champagne (or any white sparkling wine)Sprig of mint

PREPARATIONPlace the raspberries in a glass and pour over the cregraveme de cassis Top up with chilled champagne and serve right away Garnish with a sprig of mint

INGREDIENTS1 bottle of chilled Lambrusco red wine100 ml dark rum (substitute white rum if desired)500 ml orange juice100 ml lemon juice200 ml pineapple juice100 ml sugar syrup1 liter ginger aleIce cubes

PREPARATIONAdd all ingredients with wedges of orange and lemon to a punch bowl Add enough ice to chill and serve in white wine glasses

Nothing welcomes summer better than a margarita This recipe can be made up to eight hours ahead of time just leave out the ice cubes until the end

LIME MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS

Lambrusco is the name of the grape and wine made in Italy Very popular around the world the most highly rated of its wines are the sparkling reds Delicious and easy this punch is like drinking a fresh fizzy fruit cup

LAMBRUSCO RED WINE FRUIT PUNCH

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

3summer 2011 delishmagcom

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

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CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 45: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

w WRITTEN BY CAITLIN GAMBEE

al fresco LIVING

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

3summer 2011 delishmagcom

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

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61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

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TH

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 46: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

The hot weather is here and itrsquos that time of year that we crave being outside Whether you are living in the city or the country creating the per-fect outdoor space can be a challenge And of course no outdoor space is the same mdash from small courtyards to shared roof decks or even spacious backyards there are many different options Yet to each of us this spot serves the same purpose mdash a haven for relaxation that can transition into a fun space to enjoy with family and friends

Inspiration can be found everywhere if you just look including one of my favorite places to spend time in the summer mdash restaurants with outdoor dining There is nothing better after a long day than to sit on a pa-tio with a bite to eat and take in the view al fresco As you read this there is no doubt that many of you are conjuring up images of your most beloved summer spots Using theses venues as a guide I deduced many noticeable similarities The key elements that emerged remain as an outline on what we love so much about outdoor living and entertaining and how to easily rec-reate it for any space

Key elements include

practical FURNISHINGS

lsquoPracticalrsquo is the key word here Although creative el-ements are important we want the actual furniture to be low maintenance and easy to use For example couches with beautiful cushions and throw pillows are luxurious but only if you remember to take them off in case of rain If forgotten they become dirty in no time The goal is to create lasting beauty that can endure the elements In most restaurants you will see iron wood or plastic furniture being used The cloth on these piec-

es is durable to stains spills and most importantly the weather For city living plastic is more practical where for suburban and rural homes iron or wood may be best Remember to choose something neutral if pos-sible as you will be able to add splashes of color in later with your accessories

GREENERY

One reason we love outdoor living is getting back to na-ture We love to smell the flowers listen to the birds chirp and watch the sunset Without much effort potted plants can bring in an ele-ment of vibrancy to any out-door space Whether beauti-ful flowers low maintenance

LIVE NEST

w Outdoor pillow $30

w Haute Culture Mini Gardens starting at $22

vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

3summer 2011 delishmagcom

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

60 summer 2011 delishmagcom

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

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w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

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vines or aromatic herbs and spices it just adds that little extra touch For those who may not have the time nor the interest in cultivating plants choose something simple like herbs Either in one large pot or many small pots mdash just add potting soil with herb seedlings (which are available at any grocery store) and you are on your way Remember to water every two days unless it rains and you will surely enjoy many nights outside feasting on perfectly seasoned dishes

ambient LIGHTING

One thing that instantly catches my attention while dining out is the outdoor lighting Once the sun goes down everything from candles on the table to accent lighting on the greenery does its part in creating the perfect ambiance This is where you can start to add your own individual flair You can stick to the traditional candles arranged in fun and festive lanterns or go for something a bit more modern like solar-powered lan-

terns that automatically turn on at dusk To light up a larger space a simple and cost effective touch is to sprinkle white Christmas lights into bushes or trees nearby They can easily be turned on at night to liven up any outdoor area

tools OF THE TRADE

Everyone should have the tools of the trade for maxi-mizing the use of her outdoor space Make sure to choose items that are not only appealing to the eye but that are also functional and make alfresco living a bit easier For this one should take into consideration the ideal use of their outdoor space and what (if any-thing) is currently preventing them from using it how they want

If you crave an outdoor reading nook in a

overly sunny spot it would be

worthwhile looking into a col-orful umbrella to brighten up the space and to shield the sun Whereas if you seek to create a mecca for entertaining friends and family you will want to have durable and decorative trays large serv-ing platters and high capacity coolers on hand Keep in mind some of the func-tional items you have seen at favorite restaurants that assist in the functional-ity of the dinner service Some sugges-tions include tray stands with discrete garbage cans below large water pitch-ers to keep everyone hydrated without

making trips to the kitchen or even lightweight plastic flatware to make clean up a breeze Take it one step further with biodegradable flatware that you can toss right into your compost pile and will break down in a few months Whatever items you choose make sure they assist in making your time outside as enjoyable as possible

w Outdoor galvanized planters starting at $995

w Solar Sojitrade Modern lanterns $3999

w Pop green flower plate $395

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

3summer 2011 delishmagcom

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

60 summer 2011 delishmagcom

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 48: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

whimsical DETAILS

To make your outdoor space truly inviting and spe-cial I suggest you top off all your hard work with a few personal decorative touches A little flair can go a long way ndash cloth napkins (see our DIY cloth napkins project in this issue of Delish) with festive holders or bright colored throw pillows tossed on a lounge chair

can tie the whole look together Make sure each of these details can easily be removed at the end of the night You wouldnrsquot want your pillows to blow away with a gust of wind or your towels and napkins to get drenched in a storm Remember to have fun with this ndash choose bright colors and pat-terns that induce relaxation and fun

Consider bright towels and fes-tive glassware for days by the pool For nights on the patio you might put together deco-rative centerpieces or whimsi-cal placemats The great thing about these is that whenever your taste changes you can easily modify your outdoor area as well

We all know that change doesnrsquot hap-pen overnight mdash so feel free to transi-tion slowly at a pace you are comfort-able with keeping in mind budgets time and use Pick the doable bits from each suggestion and have fun

with it The goal at the end of the day (literally) is simply to enjoy your time outdoors with family and friends We hope you have found some inspi-ration on how to amplify your summer fun

w Outdoor umbrella $11999

w Glass tumblers $4994 pack

w Outdoor ceramic lanterns starting at $1995

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

3summer 2011 delishmagcom

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

60 summer 2011 delishmagcom

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 49: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

BEHIND THE BLOG

decor8w WRITTEN BY DAWN MORI

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

3summer 2011 delishmagcom

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

60 summer 2011 delishmagcom

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

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ION

S B

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TH

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TT

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80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 50: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

It was only a decade ago when the word lsquodecoratersquo meant hiring a pro-fessional designer a luxury most of us could not afford Today creating your own design style is part of the fun of decorating with a world of inspiration just a mouse click away

One of the webrsquos most successful design bloggers is Holly Becker the force behind decor8 She recently launched her first book Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home co-written by Joanna Copestick and published by Chronicle Books in the United States

Decorate comes complete with the inventive design ideas and positive inspiration that decor8 readers have come to expect With additional quotes from more than 70 contributors the book mirrors the high-quality resource Becker creates with her blog

ldquoDecorate promotes creativity and personalization along with being smart ndash not winging it ndash rather act-ing as your own interior designer and going through similar steps that a pro would take to pull your home together only with your own heart soul and budget taken into considerationrdquo said Becker

Beautifully photographed by Debi Treloar Becker hopes the 288-page book will make the actual process of decorating a more natural ex-perience through giving readers a world of influences and the confi-dence to strategically think things through

ldquoWinging it is the easy pill we all want to swallow but in reality that often leads to expensive mistakes ndash wallpaper that you hate a sofa that wonrsquot fit in the nook you hoped it would because you didnrsquot have a game planrdquo she cautions

It was that open and encourag-ing voice on her blog that initially drew Copestick an English interior designer and experienced design

writer who has written books for Tricia Guild and Ter-ence Conran among others A decor8 reader Cope-stick approached Becker with a unique concept to create a book about ideas that would inspire people no matter where they lived using the expertise of two authors from two different parts of the world

LIVE NEST

3summer 2011 delishmagcom

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

60 summer 2011 delishmagcom

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 51: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

The design inspirations in Decorate stretch over 31 lo-cations including seven in London various European locales and the United States Rather than focus on the geography of each location Becker guides readers to find specific ideas to extract from each spotlight-ed home As an example Becker describes the homes in London as running the gamut from mid century to flea market to posh with completely different architectural styles

Amazingly it took less than a year for Becker and Copestick to finish the book written with Becker on the road work-ing closely with photographer Treloar In contrast to writing as the sole voice on her blog posts Becker loved having a co-author and embraced the collabora-tive process

ldquoWersquod share text or Irsquod write a chunk they would edit Or Joanna would write and Irsquod edit ndash it was a lot of funrdquo she said ldquoOur editor Sian Park-house was brilliant in combining our voices into one so that you cannot tell where Joanna ends and I begin but in many ways because we edited over our copy so often everything blended naturally anywayrdquo

The book features almost entirely new photography which was especially important to Becker

ldquoI personally donrsquot want to buy a book if half of the photos or all have been in circulation already whether

online or off ndash in my mind the imagery needed to be fresh but also communicate a casual style and warmth ndash I felt that those were as important as strong textrdquo she said

The sharing of ideas resources and imagery in the design world is the greatest change

Becker has seen since she began blog-ging more than five years ago She cred-its design blogs with breaking through an elite interior design world bringing about an openness with a range of voic-es and opinions Now anyone can create a beautiful home using pieces they can find at a variety of retail or online stores without having to visit a design center or

showroom

ldquoIt created a movement of independence creativity personalization innovationhellip that

wersquove not seen in generations past concerning decorating arts craft and designrdquo she said ldquoThe more voices that entered the blogging world the more the outside climate changed and big companies started to tap in and listen to this online global conversation tak-ing placerdquo

Little did she know when she started her blog in Janu-ary 2006 she would be one of the pioneers to fuel this change After a ten year career as a corporate project manager in Boston Becker decided to pursue her cre-ative dream and enrolled in a local design school She

ldquo(Design blogs) created a

movement of inde-pendence creativity

personalization innova-tionhellip that wersquove not seen in generations past con-cerning decorating arts

craft and designrdquo Holly Becker

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

60 summer 2011 delishmagcom

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 52: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

began taking on clients and started decor8 soon after It was simply her way to be more accessible and share reliable design resources with her clients

Now her blog receives an average of 35000 unique or individual visitors each day In addition to decor8 she finds time to write a weekly column for Real Simple online and writes a second more personal blog Haus Maus detailing her life as an American expat in north-ern Germany where she lives with her husband She also teaches online blogging courses at Blogging Your Way

Her online presence includes an ongoing interaction with her readers who communicate with her via the comments section of each blog post as well as Twit-ter and Facebook The challenge of keeping an eye on each comment has prompted her to advocate for an application that would track comments from different sources and pull them together onto her blog

ldquoLetrsquos hope some brilliant MIT student is reading this grabs an angel investor and gets on thisrdquo she said

Offline her home base in Hanover means Becker is just a few hours from the Dutch and Danish borders and an hour from London by plane She makes the most out of weekend trips finding inspiration for her blog from her travels friendships and discoveries

Readers will find that same inspiration in Decorate Two of her favorite sections are ldquoSetting Your Stylerdquo and

ldquoAttention to Detailsrdquo which acts as the bookrsquos finale Unsatisfied by the abrupt unexciting endings of many design books Becker was adamant that Decorate leave readers with ldquotons of eye candy and inspirationrdquo

Each section also stresses the importance of meeting both needs and style to create a happy supportive home Being able to help others find this balance share their success stories and support others in the design world seems to be an innate part of Beckerrsquos openness and generosity something that can be found through-out decor8 and Decorate

ldquoIrsquom proud that Irsquove made so many wonderful friends that I can regularly promote others and that my blog is taken seriously So when I talk about something oth-ers definitely do listen and share the information which further helps to promote those I blog about That was and always will be important to merdquo she said

decor8blogcom

Decorate 1000 Professional Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Homewritten by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick

w from $2243 on amazoncom

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

60 summer 2011 delishmagcom

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

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80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 53: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

LOOK SHINE

w WRITTEN BY NICOLE HARVIE

Ah the beach season is upon us mdash picnics in the sand frolicking in the surf and sunset cocktail sipping The long chilled out days of summer are finally here and wersquore ready to soak them up right Well not so fast There is that one dark looming cloud mdash you know the ldquodragging out of last yearrsquos swimsuitrdquo and getting your body ldquobeach-readyrdquo that seems to overshadow the sunny highs Cue the moans and groans we know The seasonal stripping off of the layers and the self-inflict-ed pressure to rock an itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini that threatens to reveal more bits and pieces than we (and the beach crowd) bargained for leaves us feel-ing like wersquod like to preemptively throw in the towel But letrsquos not be dramatic about it because fashion fixes and beauty tips abound

In lieu of an overzealous workout regime (5am boot-camps are for the birds) and a fad diet (so 2000 and later) opting for a boho chic cover-up (with your prac-tical and more comfortable one piece underneath) a glamorous pair of sunglasses and a flouncy face-shad-ing hat will you have off to a scorching start To really

feel your lsquosizzlinrsquo best on the beach or poolside (if sand between your toes make you cringe) take some time to prep and pamper yourself with a few new beauty basics before the big beach reveal The hot-hot-hot season is all about effortless fresh and breezy-looking makeup and radiant sun-kissed skin from a bottle of course Herewith a list of some of our favorite head-to-toe beauty basics to channel your inner beach babe

1 Aveda inner light mineral tinted moisturizer SPF 15 shelve your heavier coverage foundation and smooth on a veil of this fresh-smelling tint Even out your skin tone and block out some of the sunrsquos harmful rays in one fell swoop Choose from seven shades

w $28 at avedacom

beautyand the

beach

60 summer 2011 delishmagcom

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 54: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

2 Evian facial spray this mist is an absolute must for extra moisture on a sun-soaked day mdash a mini spa treatment in a spray bottle Stay cool and pack this one in your straw tote

w $10 at sephoracom

3 Neutrogena healthy lengths mascara (waterproof in carbon black) donrsquot risk

your regular mascara for a long day at the beach With rice protein to help keep your lashes strong and long this mascara leaves a slightly glossy finish on your fringe Raccoon eyes be gone

w $656 at amazoncom

4 Joe fresh cream blush creamy blendable blush is a must to keep the complexion looking dewy and fresh Choose ldquomelonrdquo or ldquobloomrdquo depending upon whether you dig peach or pink best for a lovely sum-mery flush

w $8 at joefreshcom

5 Burtrsquos bees tinted lip balm stave off dry lips with this 100 natural lip balm and look like an lsquoau naturelrsquo beauty in the process The hint of sheer tinted color is as soothing and moisturizing as it is kissable ldquoTiger lily and hibiscusrdquo are tied for our fave shades

w $799 at burtsbeesca

6 Guerlain terracotta gloss (in ldquogrenaderdquo) up the glam factor on a hot summer night with a pretty glossy coral pout The pink and orange pigments in this juicy shade flatter most skin tones and keep your complexion looking youthful

w $30 at amazoncom

7 Nars laguna illuminator since your trusty 60 spf sunscreen will be blocking out the uv rays you may want to highlight your face with this luminous gold liquigel and rock your inner bronze goddess If subtle bronzage is more your speed mix a few drops with your founda-tion or tinted moisturizer Good to glow

w $29 at narscosmeticscom

8 Yves rocher autobronzant self-tanner for legs a golden glow hides a multitude of imperfections Squeeze a flauntable faux tan out of the bottle and skip the nasty rays that age Gorgeous gams guaranteed by morning

w $880 at yvesrochercom

9 Essie ldquomeet me at sunsetrdquo nail polish itrsquoll be full-time flip-flops so treat yourself to a pedicure Wersquore crushing over orange this season Summery polish in this citrusy shade pairs perfectly with soft neutral make-up A slick of essiersquos bright-tangerine lacquer packs an extra tropical punch

w $499 at amazoncom

10 Korres guava body butter beat the seasonrsquos often alligator-esque skin with this extra moisturizing cream for dry skin It contains shea butter almond oil and quince extracts for an all-natural drink for the skin It hails from from greece mdash whatrsquos not to love

w $29 at sephoracom

MORE of NICOLEweb nicoleharviecom

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 55: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

Take me out to the

FARMW WRITTEN BY

CHERYL ARKISON

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 56: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

CARE NURTURE

CHICKENS pecking ferocious-ly tall stands of corn pumpkins littering the grass cows oblivious-

ly grazing in the surrounding fields apples perilously clinging to branches Been to a farm lately

When you get a chance to get out to the farm there is something invigorating that happens ndash even if it comes as a canned tourist opportunity or in a crowded food festival It might be the smell of hay (or manure) cloud-ing my thoughts but I always feel energized after a farm visit Itrsquos an exciting sense of peace that comes over me I must have a closet farm girl in me because my parents were both raised on farms Even though Irsquom exhausted after a day outside wrangling kids I always have a smile on my face and dinner usually in the trunk

You donrsquot have to live in a small town to head out to the farm nor do you need relatives willing to put up with their city cousins With the growth of agri-tourism and the push for a local food supply visiting a farm ndash for entertainment or food ndash is an easy option regardless of where you live

Visiting a farm is the best way to see that your food is actually grown somewhere to show your kids that food comes from a person and a place not a grocery store Growing relationships with the farmers is almost as important as them growing the food

While I firmly believe there is no bad time to visit a farm summer and fall are the best times to visit Food is coming out the ground combines and tractors are working hard and harvest is front and center It is the best time to get your kids excited about the farm When kids are excit-ed about the farm they are excited about the food from the farm When they are excited about the food they are excited about eat-ing

In the absence of a family farm there are many ways you can get out to the farm

FARM VISITSIf you frequent a farmersrsquo market pay attention to any posters in the vendorsrsquo stalls or simply ask if they have an open house coming up Many farmers will have cus-tomer appreciation days where they invite people to visit the farm Take advantage of these to see exactly the source of your favorite carrots or beef

You might also consider asking your favorite producer if they are open to visits at the farm Depending on their schedule they might be very willing to open their farmgate to a visit Just remember that you are coming to their home Act respectfully and consider bringing them a thank-you treat

Many major cities have food tour companies now and many of these companies will take groups on farm tours The Slow Food organizations around the world often conduct tours as well Search for your local group and see what they offer

U-PICKSWhether you are hoping for berries vegetables or flow-ers itrsquos easy to find a U-Pick operation A quick internet search of your area with the u-pick handle should turn up many options or find them through your farm or farmersrsquo market associations

Once yoursquove found an ideal spot simply drive up to the farm gather any buckets or supplies and get down in the dirt Always bring cash And itrsquos best to call ahead for the best times to pick Strawberry u-picks will usu-

ally be picked over by late morning for example

Just remember mdash one for you two for the bucket

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 57: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

With the purchase of a membership or share in a lo-cal farm you are investing in the farm and guarantee-ing a certain amount of your food for the year It can be a risky venture if the farm doesnrsquot do well but itrsquos worth the risk Beyond the commitment to very local food production you are establishing a relationship with someone who gives you food They become like a family member who helps out their poor city cousin Many CSAs also have requirements of their members to actually help out of the farm throughout the season another great way to get your hands dirty

WWOOFINGIf yoursquove ever wanted to work on a farm without the fi-nancial risk and commitment of buying a piece of land then seek out World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms WWOOFing means you sign up as a volunteer worker on an organic farm doing whatever tasks need to be done Itrsquos messy hard work Itrsquos rewarding too

Check out the links on wwooforg to see what opportu-nities are out there This is an international community so consider WWOOFing as a travel option

No matter the city you live in you are likely no more than a few hours drive away from a farm If you are lucky you are even closer Play your cards right and you will be coming home with an appetite dinner and a new friend at the farm

62

MORE of CHERYL

web backseatgourmetblogspotcomtwitter cheryl_arkison

summer 2011 delishmagcom

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 58: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

CARE FAMILY

FoundFORTHE familyw

ILLUS

TR

AT

ION

S B

Y C

YN

TH

IA F

RE

NE

TT

E

80

w $14999 at britaxcom and britaxca

w WRITTEN BY TAMARA KOMUNIECKI amp CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Itrsquos normal to feel like yoursquore surrounded by plastic in your household and to wish that there was a better alternative for those daily use so-called ldquodisposablerdquo items like toothbrushes Well there is Clean Idea brushes and flossers for adults and kids feature handles made of 100 composta-ble bioplastic made from sustainable renewable crops like potatoes wheat corn and tapioca Certified biodegradable and compostable they meet rigorous international standards Now the only thing you have to feel guilty about when it comes to your teeth is not visiting the dentist enough

w $399 for adult or kidrsquos toothbrush at cleanideadentalcom

We here at Delish have trusted Britax car seats to protect all of our children while wersquore driving The company is a recognized name in child safety and itrsquos for a good reason mdash their products are the best quality Theyrsquore now helping to lighten our load with the new Britax Baby Car-rier Itrsquos like they took the best baby carriers and made them even better It is comfortable for both baby and wearer with great fea-tures that have been lacking in the design of others on the market like excess belt storage bands to eliminate loose straps A small feature but usually a big pain in the you-know-whathellip problem solved Theyrsquore brand new on the market and sure to become as much of a staple for parents as their carseats and strollers

summer 2011 delishmagcom

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 59: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

The EIO Kids Cup is unlike any other I have seen before They start with an 8oz glass canning jar and then kick it old school with a simple plastic lid and silicone sleeve And the best part Therersquos no spout to get chewed on and no spill-proof valve to lose or grow funky germs The components are environmentally friendly BPA-free AND dishwasher safe Sometimes the simpler the better

w $3495 stockists list at nativeshoescom

LIKEY

w Grill Charms $1995 at amazoncom

w $1495 retail locations at eiokidscupcom

Native Shoes are bright light and incredibly comfy whether yoursquore doing activities either wet or dry or just hanging around looking awesomehellip and we should know mdash all members of our family have them (Papa and Finn our 20-month-old son have blue and red Mill-ers respectively and Mama Tamara wears black Jeffer-sons) While the menrsquos and womenrsquos styles draw atten-tion (look for our upcoming blog post on these) itrsquos the tiny Natives that really have people asking where we got them

LIKEY

w Meat Bible $40 at chroniclebookscom

He can call it a BBQ a barbie a cookout or a grill and use it as a verb or a noun But no matter what his choice of nomenclature if your husbandrsquos idea of barbecuing is don-ning his ldquoKiss the Chefrdquo apron throwing a few hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill standing over them with met-al flipper in hand and greeting visitors by yelling ldquoGrab yourself a brewskirdquo then you need to seriously consider helping him step up his game

Lobelrsquos Meat Bible will help him become a master of meat this summer and Charmed Lifersquos handy Grill Charms will ensure that everyone dining at your house will get what they wanted

61summer 2011 delishmagcom

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 60: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

LIKEY

blogs + websites

print + promo design

graphic design + illustration

wwwgreencouchdesignscom

+ so much more

custom illustration and design to create a uniquesolution just for you

full design and construction service inWordPress ExpressionEngine ZenCart and more

business cards self-promo brochures tshirts just ask

Big city design in the lsquoburbs

w $7995 on sale at snubnosedcom

Perfect for the modern small dog or the small dogrsquos mod-ern humans Snub beds are cozy comfortable and stylish Inspired Founder Remy Allis says by Missoni Warholian pop and Jonathan Adler a Snub will fit in perfectly with your urban decor The bed base is made of soft and warm faux fur but hot climate pooches need not sweat it out as the inserted SnubPad is made of zigzag-patterned heavy canvas to keep him coolhellip and looking cooooool

Family feline turning into a fat cat Get that kitty moving with the hilarious FroliCat magnetically suspended cat toy The ingenious magnet set allows you to use the toy on various flat surfaces like a dining table coffee table or countertopbar and the teaser toyrsquos ball feather and bell will attract your cat through sight and sound Therersquos also a bonus to this toy thatrsquoll help keep other family members healthy mdash get one of these this summer season and the kids may never ask you if they can watch TV

w $967 at amazoncom

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 61: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

CARE BE

On a walk todayMommy whats that fence forIts for keeping people off the golf courseWheres the farmerTheres no farmer on a golf courseWho takes care of the golf horse He needs a farmer ALEXANDER COUTURE AGE 3

Words OF

Wisdomw WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERRIMAN

Have any Words of Wisdom youd like to share We want to hear from you

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN

Page 62: Delish Magazine — THRIVE Summer 2011

TIL NEXT TIME

l our next issue l

LEARN

FALL

LEARN