Literary Friday: Country Living Cottage Style

Friday, December 9, 2011

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This week I read Country Living Cottage Style by Marie Proeller Hueston. Basically it is a book with some favorite cottage homes that have appeared in the pages of Cottage Living Magazine over the years as well as other books published by Country Living.  I think Hueston did a great job choosing which homes and rooms to feature in the book, and I thought it was a delight to read.  I knew with a cover like that it must be a special book!  What I like most about this book is that it features several home tours, including this one:


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I love this dining room from a California cottage!  It is timeless.  Most of the homes featured do have that quality about them.  Because many of the homes have been featured previously, I would suggest you check it out from the library first if you own several books published by Country Living.  If you don't, order it!  This one is a keeper!

I also read Clockwork Angel {again} because the second book in Cassandra Clare's Infernal Devices series, Clockwork Prince, was released this week.  I have been very excited about this book, and I cannot wait to start reading it this weekend.

Until next time...

Happy reading!
Ricki Jill
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12 comments:

  1. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementDecember 9, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Thanks for the recommendation. I am a big fan of Country Living magazine and will have to check this book out.

    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  2. Miss AngieDecember 9, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    It's so cute and eclectic/country. I love it.

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  3. LorraineDecember 9, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Wow... I want to get this book!
    Love,
    Lorraine

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  4. Lois EvensenDecember 9, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Very pretty dining room, but our family certainly wouldn't fit in there. The mixture of fibers/colors works well in this setting.

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  5. The French HutchDecember 9, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    Hi Jill. I love Country Living magazine too so I'm sure this book will be beautiful. The photo tells me I will love everything inside. I will look for it.
    I'm sure you are getting ready to welcome your daughter home for the Christmas break. Enjoy your weekend.

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  6. anangloinquebecDecember 9, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    oohhhh nice. That diningroom certainly speaks to me...love it.

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  7. AnaDecember 9, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Hi Ricki Jill,
    I just love, love, love the cottage style. This book is definitely one I'd love to get my little hands on :-) Thanks for sharing. Wishing you a wonderful weekend.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    ♥Ana

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  8. Debbie refresh restyleDecember 9, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Thats one of my favorite dining rooms too, I have it from a magazine!
    Debbie

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  9. thistlewoodfarmDecember 9, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Thank you so much for the inspiration. I love your blog and that book looks wonderful.

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  10. Elaine @ Sunny Simple LifeDecember 11, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    Oh darn you now I want to buy that book. Looks so very enjoyable. I could spend a day in it.

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  11. Pat@Back Porch MusingsDecember 11, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    This looks like a wonderful book. I love the beautiful room you featured!

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  12. Confessions of a Plate AddictDecember 11, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Oooh...love that photo! Must check out the book! Happy weekend!...hugs...Debbie

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